The Best Dairy Free Ice Cream Sandwich Cake Recipe!
Step-by-Step guide to making this easy no-bake dairy-free ice cream sandwich cake – with dairy-free ice cream sandwiches, CocoWhip, Oreos, and chocolate syrup. Perfect for birthdays, summer parties, and family celebrations!
“Layers of dairy-free goodness in every bite.” – Julie, Our Beautiful Chaos.
Hi! I’m Julie, a military spouse, mom of three, and the blogger behind Our Beautiful Chaos.
If you’ve been here a while, you’ll know that most of what I share comes from real life in our home. Busy days, military family life, feeding my boys safely, and finding ways to still put good, comforting food on the table without spending my whole day in the kitchen.
In our family, dairy-free living isn’t a choice or a trend. It’s something we navigate every single day because one of my boys has a life-threatening dairy allergy. That means everything I make has to be safe, but it also has to feel normal, filling, and something everyone actually enjoys eating!
That’s why I care so much about recipes like this one. They make it possible for all of us to enjoy the same food together, without worry.
I had just finished making Adrian’s birthday cake the weekend before, and then the following weekend it was my uncle’s birthday. I really didn’t want to make another traditional birthday cake, but I also wasn’t quite ready to tackle a homemade ice cream cake. Those have always felt a little intimidating to me.
Then I remembered that years ago my husband’s uncle made an ice cream sandwich cake for a family get-together. It was one of those desserts everyone kept going back for, and I thought, “Why not make a dairy-free version?”
I headed to the commissary on JBLM and found dairy-free ice cream sandwiches and dairy-free CocoWhip. That was all the convincing I needed. Everything came together in just a few minutes, and before long it was sitting in the freezer ready for the party.
The kids absolutely loved it. The adults did too. There weren’t any separate desserts sitting off to the side for Adrian. Everyone grabbed the same cake, and that’s exactly how I like celebrations to be.
If you’re looking for dairy free recipes for military families, this is another great one to keep in your back pocket. Every ingredient came from our commissary, making it an easy dessert to throw together without a lot of planning.
Dairy-free doesn’t mean you miss out on fun cakes.
Now let’s head into the kitchen and make this together!
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Nutritional information is an estimate only.
– Julie from Our Beautiful Chaos
Equipment
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- 8×11 glass baking dish
- Food processor
- Icing spatula
- Rubber spatula
- Spoon
- Plastic wrap
- Glass mixing bowl
Ingredients
Serves 9
- 3 boxes So Delicious Dairy Free Vanilla Bean Coconutmilk Ice Cream Sandwiches
- 2 tubs So Delicious Dairy Free Original CocoWhip
- 16 Oreo cookies
- Hershey’s Simple 5 Chocolate Syrup
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Make the First Layer
Place 12 dairy-free ice cream sandwiches into the bottom of your 8×11 baking dish.
Arrange them so they cover the bottom as evenly as possible.
Step 2: Crush the Oreos
Add 8 Oreo cookies to a food processor.
Blend until they become fine crumbs.
Step 3: Make the Oreo Layer
Place one tub of CocoWhip into a mixing bowl.
Add the crushed Oreos and stir until fully combined.
Step 4: Spread the Filling
Spread the Oreo CocoWhip mixture over the ice cream sandwiches using an icing spatula.
Make an even layer all the way across.
Step 5: Add the Second Layer
Place another layer of dairy-free ice cream sandwiches on top.
Step 6: Frost the Cake
Spread the second tub of CocoWhip evenly over the top until all of the ice cream sandwiches are covered.
Step 7: Add the Topping
Place the remaining 8 Oreos into the food processor and blend into fine crumbs.
Sprinkle the crumbs evenly over the top.
Drizzle with as much or as little Hershey’s Simple 5 Chocolate Syrup as you’d like.
Step 8: Freeze
Cover the baking dish tightly with plastic wrap.
Freeze until firm.
When you’re ready to serve, remove the cake from the freezer and slice immediately.
Freezer Tips
- Freeze for at least 4 hours before serving.
- Overnight works even better if you’re making it ahead for a party.
- Slice immediately after removing from the freezer for cleaner pieces.
Notes and Troubleshooting
Notes
- Let the CocoWhip thaw according to the package directions before spreading.
- Crushing the Oreos into fine crumbs helps create smooth, even layers.
Troubleshooting
Ice cream sandwiches are melting too quickly?
Work quickly and return the cake to the freezer if needed while assembling.
CocoWhip won’t spread smoothly?
Allow it to thaw completely before using.
Cake is too hard to cut?
Let it sit at room temperature for 3 to 5 minutes before slicing.
Storage
- Store covered in the freezer for up to 2 weeks.
- Keep tightly covered with plastic wrap or an airtight lid to help prevent freezer burn.
Serving Ideas
- Birthday parties
- Summer BBQs
- Family cookouts
- Fourth of July
- Baby showers
- Potlucks
- Holiday desserts
Why You’ll Love This Recipe?!
- Completely dairy-free
- No baking required
- Perfect make-ahead dessert
- Great for birthdays and parties
- Kid approved
- Uses just a few simple ingredients
- Easy enough for beginner bakers
- Everyone can enjoy the same dessert together
FAQ’s
Yes! It’s actually better when made several hours or even the day before.
Absolutely. Use your favorite brand if you can’t find So Delicious.
Of course. The cake is still delicious without it.
Yes. Dairy-free chocolate sandwich cookies or another favorite cookie would work well.
Yes. Store it in the freezer until you’re ready to serve.
Dairy Free Ice Cream Sandwich Cake!
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Equipment
- 8×11 glass baking dish
- Food processor
- Icing spatula
- Rubber spatula
- Mixing bowl
- Spoon
- Plastic wrap
Ingredients
- 3 boxes So Delicious Dairy Free Vanilla Bean Coconutmilk Ice Cream Sandwiches
- 2 tubs So Delicious Dairy Free Original CocoWhip
- 16 oreo cookies
- Hershey's Simple 5 Chocolate Syrup
Instructions
- Arrange 12 dairy-free ice cream sandwiches in the bottom of the baking dish.
- Blend 8 Oreos into fine crumbs.
- Mix one tub of CocoWhip with the crushed Oreos.
- Spread over the first layer of ice cream sandwiches.
- Add a second layer of ice cream sandwiches.
- Spread the remaining CocoWhip evenly over the top.
- Crush the remaining Oreos and sprinkle over the CocoWhip.
- Drizzle with chocolate syrup.
- Cover with plastic wrap and freeze for at least 4 hours.
- Slice immediately after removing from the freezer.
Notes
- Thaw the CocoWhip before spreading.
- Freeze overnight for the best texture.
- Store leftovers in the freezer.
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The Takeaway
This dairy-free ice cream sandwich cake has quickly become one of my favorite desserts to make for birthdays and family gatherings. Using dairy-free ice cream sandwiches instead of making a traditional ice cream cake saves so much time, and the layers of Oreo CocoWhip make every bite creamy and full of chocolate flavor.
I also love that nobody has to eat a separate dessert. Everyone grabs the same slice, whether they have a dairy allergy or not. That’s always my goal when I’m making desserts for our family. Good food should bring everyone to the table together!
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