Simple No Bake Ice Cream Cake: 12 Slices

Instructions:

1. Line the bottom of an 8 or 9 inch ice cream cake springform pan with parchment paper.
2. Combine chocolate sandwich cookie crumbs and melted butter in a bowl until the mixture resembles wet sand.
3. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of the pan using a flat-bottomed glass and freeze for 15 minutes until firm.
4. Spread the softened vanilla ice cream evenly over the crust, smoothing the top with a spatula.
5. Sprinkle the chopped cookie chunks across the vanilla layer, pressing them in slightly.
6. Place the pan in the freezer for 30 minutes to set.
7. Spread the softened chocolate ice cream over the vanilla layer until it reaches the edges of the pan.
8. Freeze for at least 6 hours, or overnight, until the cake is solid.
9. In a chilled bowl, beat heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
10. Spread the whipped cream over the frozen cake in a thick layer and garnish with mini chocolate chips.
11. Return to the freezer for 30 minutes before releasing from the springform pan.