Top 10 Ice Cream Cake Recipes

Light, airy, and almost weightless, this ice cream-flavored cream is incredibly popular among pastry chefs. And for good reason. Plombir is perfect for layering sponge, honey, puff, and shortbread layers, filling éclairs, and decorating cakes. It can also be served as a full-fledged dessert, garnished with fruits, berries, nuts, or chocolate.

In this collection, I've compiled 10 of the best and most tried-and-true recipes for "Plombir" cream. Each has its own unique flavor and unrivaled aroma. Try making several of the creams from this collection and choose your favorites.

Sour cream "Plombir"

The snow-white sour cream "Plombir" deserves special attention. It always turns out incredibly delicate, yet quite stable. This cream can be used as a layering agent for cakes, a filling for pastries, or as a decoration for any confectionery.

Ingredients

• Sour cream 20-30% - 350 g
• Sugar - 120 g
• Egg C1 - 1 pc.
• Vanilla sugar - 10 g
• Butter - 130 g
• Flour - 3 tbsp.

Cooking time: 2 hours

Servings: 1

Step-by-step recipe

Step 1

Prepare the ingredients.

Step 2

Break the egg into a bowl, add sugar, vanilla and stir.

Step 3

Pour sour cream into the resulting mixture and mix again until smooth.

Step 4

Gradually add flour to the sour cream mixture in small portions, mixing well each time.

Step 5

When the mass has become homogeneous, place the bowl in a water bath.

Step 6

Cook the mixture until thickened, stirring constantly. Then transfer it to another bowl and let it cool slightly.

Step 7

Place the softened butter in a separate bowl and beat with a mixer until white and fluffy.

Step 8

Add the cooled custard base to the butter in small portions, whisking each addition until smooth.

Step 9

Cover the finished cream with cling film and place in the refrigerator for 30-40 minutes.

Step 10

Once cooled, the delicate sour cream frosting is ready for further use. It can be used to layer and decorate cakes.

Ice cream with milk

Milk-based "Plombir" cream is very easy and quick to make. It doesn't require sour cream or heavy cream. This cream has a delicate flavor and a light vanilla aroma. It holds its shape perfectly, so it's perfect for frosting cake layers, filling pastries, or making cupcake tops.

Ingredients

• Milk - 250 ml
• Egg C1 - 1 pc.
• Sugar - 80 g
• Butter 82% - 100 g
• Starch - 30 g
• Vanilla sugar - 20 g

Cooking time: 1 hour 30 minutes

Servings: 1

Step-by-step recipe

Step 1

Pour the milk into a saucepan.

Step 2

Add sugar, egg, starch and lightly mix the ingredients.

Step 3

Place the saucepan over low heat and cook the resulting mixture until it thickens, stirring constantly with a whisk.

Step 4

Transfer the custard base into a wide bowl or mold, cover with cling film in contact and leave to cool to room temperature.

Step 5

Place the softened butter in a mixer bowl and beat lightly until fluffy.

Step 6

Add the cooled custard base to the butter in portions, whisking thoroughly each time until smooth.

Step 7

The delicate and fragrant "Plombir" cream with milk is ready. We can begin layering or decorating the pastries.

Cream "Ice cream" with cream

I'd like to share another amazing recipe for Plombir cream. It combines a delicate custard base with whipped cream, creating a creamy, airy, and incredibly delicious filling. It can be used as a layer between any cake layer or served as a standalone dessert.

Ingredients

• Milk - 400 ml
• Sugar - 180 g
• Egg C1 - 1 pc.
• Cream 30-30% - 250 ml
• Butter - 100 g
• Corn starch - 3 tbsp.

Cooking time: 2 hours

Servings: 1

Step-by-step recipe

Step 1

We prepare the necessary ingredients.

Step 2

Pour the milk into a saucepan or a thick-bottomed pan and place on the fire until it boils.

Step 3

Break the egg into a deep bowl, add sugar and mix.

Step 4

Pour cornstarch into the egg mixture and stir well until smooth.

Step 5

Pour hot milk into the resulting mixture in a thin stream, stirring constantly.

Step 6

When the mixture has become homogeneous, pour it into a saucepan and place it on the stove.

Step 7

Cook the cream base over low heat until it thickens. Then turn off the heat and add the butter.

Step 8

Stir the custard base until smooth, then pour it into a bowl and leave to cool.

Step 9

Pour the well-chilled cream into a separate deep bowl and beat with a mixer, first at low speed, and then gradually increase the speed.

Step 10

As soon as the cream begins to hold its shape, add the cooled custard base to it in small portions, whisking the mixture each time until smooth.

Step 11

The delicious, aromatic, and fluffy "Plombir" cream is ready. Now we can begin assembling the cake.

Custard “Ice cream” for “Napoleon” cake

Want to impress your guests? Make everyone's favorite Napoleon cake with the most delicate ice cream. This airy cream perfectly soaks the layers, imparting the exquisite flavor of creamy ice cream and a light vanilla aroma. This dessert will impress everyone, as it simply melts in your mouth.

Ingredients

• Milk - 500 ml
• Sugar - 200 g
• Flour - 2 tbsp.
• Starch - 1 tbsp.
• Vanillin - 2-3 g
• Butter - 130 g
• Cream 30-35% - 200 ml

Cooking time: 2 hours

Servings: 1

Step-by-step recipe

Step 1

Dissolve sugar, flour, and starch in a small amount of milk.

Step 2

Add vanilla and the remaining milk and stir thoroughly until smooth.

Step 3

Pour the milk mixture into a thick-bottomed saucepan and place over low heat.

Step 4

Cook the mixture until thickened, stirring continuously.

Step 5

Remove the prepared custard base from the heat, add butter and stir the mixture until smooth.

Step 6

Pour the cream base into a separate bowl, cover with cling film in contact and leave to cool to room temperature.

Step 7

Whip the chilled cream with a mixer until fluffy. Lightly beat the chilled custard base as well.

Step 8

Add the cream to the custard mixture in small portions, whisking thoroughly each time until smooth.

Step 9

The light, airy Napoleon cake frosting is ready. You can begin assembling the cake immediately.

Cream “Ice cream” for the “Honey cake” cake

This is a recipe for an unusual frosting for the "Medovik" cake. The creamy caramel "Plombir" frosting pairs beautifully with the thin honey layers. It adds a delicate touch, as well as a magical flavor and delightful aroma. This dessert will be a hit with both adults and children.

Ingredients

• Milk - 400 ml
• Egg yolks - 3 pcs
• Starch - 25 g
• Sugar - 50 g
• Vanilla sugar - 10 g
• Boiled condensed milk - 300 g
• Cream 33-36% - 300 g

Cooking time: 2 hours

Servings: 1

Step-by-step recipe

Step 1

In a deep bowl, combine the yolks, sugar, vanilla and starch.

Step 2

Mix the ingredients until smooth.

Step 3

Pour the milk into a saucepan and place on the fire until it boils.

Step 4

Pour hot milk in a thin stream into the egg mixture.

Step 5

Mix the mixture thoroughly until smooth, pour it into a saucepan or a thick-bottomed pan and place over low heat.

Step 6

Cook the mixture until it thickens, then remove from the heat and pour into a bowl. Let the mixture cool, stirring occasionally to prevent lumps from forming.

Step 7

Add boiled condensed milk to the cooled custard mixture and beat until smooth.

Step 8

In a separate bowl, beat the chilled cream until stiff peaks form.

Step 9

Combine the cream with the custard base. Mix thoroughly until smooth.

Step 10

The fluffy cream with a light caramel flavor is ready. We can use it to layer the Medovik cake layers.

Cream “Ice cream” with mascarpone

I'd like to share another recipe for the most delicate "Plombir" cream, made with mascarpone. This cream is perfect for filling eclairs or creating cupcake toppers. It can also be served as a standalone dessert, garnished with grated chocolate, berries, dried fruit, or nuts.

Ingredients

• Mascarpone – 250 g
• Cream 33-35% - 100 g
• Condensed milk - 50 g

Cooking time: 30-40 min

Servings: 1

Step-by-step recipe

Step 1

Prepare the ingredients.

Step 2

Beat the chilled cream with a mixer until soft peaks form.

Step 3

Add condensed milk to mascarpone and gently stir the mixture until smooth.

Step 4

Add whipped cream to mascarpone.

Step 5

Lightly mix the resulting mass using a mixer or spatula until smooth.

Step 6

The delicate cream with the taste of ice cream is ready for further use.

Berry cream "Plombir"

This is a very simple and quick recipe for a berry ice cream-flavored frosting. You can use strawberries, raspberries, wild strawberries, blueberries, or any other berry. The frosting is very smooth. It's perfect for layering sponge cakes or Swiss rolls, filling pastries, and creating a variety of desserts.

Ingredients

• Cottage cheese - 100 g
• Powdered sugar - 30 g
• Cream 33-35% - 100 g
• Berries (any) - 100 g

Cooking time: 30-40 min

Servings: 1

Step-by-step recipe

Step 1

We prepare all the necessary ingredients.

Step 2

Add powdered sugar to the chilled cream. Beat with a mixer until thick and stiff peaks form.

Step 3

Combine the berries with the cottage cheese and blend until smooth.

Step 4

Add the curd and berry mixture to the whipped cream.

Step 5

Gently beat the cream at minimum mixer speed until smooth.

Step 6

The delicious berry cream is ready. You can fill pastries with it or garnish with fresh berries and serve as a dessert.

Chocolate cream "Plombir"

This airy, chocolate-flavored ice cream will leave no one indifferent. It's incredibly fluffy, light, and flavorful. This cream pairs perfectly with sponge cake layers. It can also be used as a filling for cakes, pancakes, or served as a standalone dessert.

Ingredients

• Milk - 180 ml
• Sugar - 100 g
• Egg yolks - 3 pcs
• Chocolate - 120 g
• Flour - 30 g
• Vanillin - 1 g
• Cream 33-35% - 300 ml

Cooking time: 2 hours

Servings: 1

Step-by-step recipe

Step 1

Pour the milk into a saucepan, place over low heat and heat well, without bringing to a boil.

Step 2

Add sugar and vanilla to the yolks and mix with a whisk.

Step 3

Pour the flour into the egg mixture and mix everything well until smooth.

Step 4

Break the chocolate into small pieces and add to the egg mixture.

Step 5

Pour hot milk in a thin stream.

Step 6

Mix the mixture well, pour it into a saucepan, place on low heat and cook until thickened, stirring continuously.

Step 7

Transfer the prepared custard base to a bowl, cover with cling film, and let cool to room temperature. Then refrigerate for 20-30 minutes.

Step 8

Pour the well-chilled cream into a separate bowl and beat, gradually increasing the speed, until soft, stable peaks form.

Step 9

Gradually add the custard base to the cream, mixing thoroughly with a mixer at low speed each time.

Step 10

Airy, aromatic cream with the taste of chocolate ice cream is ready.

Thick cream "Plombir" for leveling the cake

This is a recipe for thick ice cream, perfect for leveling and decorating cakes. It's very stable, durable, and holds its shape perfectly. You can use this cream to create flowers, unique patterns, and other decorations.

Ingredients

• Sour cream 10-20% - 450 g
• Eggs C1 - 3 pcs.
• Flour - 3 tbsp.
• Starch - 1 tbsp
• Sugar - 150-200 g
• Butter - 360-400 g
• Vanillin - 1-2 g

Cooking time: 2 hours

Servings: 1

Step-by-step recipe

Step 1

We prepare the necessary ingredients.

Step 2

Place sugar, flour, vanilla, and starch in a bowl, then add the eggs. Mix thoroughly until smooth.

Step 3

Place the bowl in a water bath and cook the cream base, stirring continuously.

Step 4

As soon as the mixture begins to thicken, begin to beat it with a mixer until there are no lumps, until smooth.

Step 5

Remove the bowl from the water bath. Transfer the cream to a deep plate, cover with cling film, and let cool to room temperature.

Step 6

Place the softened butter in a separate deep bowl and beat with a mixer until it turns light in color and forms fluffy peaks.

Step 7

Gradually add the cooled custard base to the butter, thoroughly mixing the mixture each time until smooth.

Step 8

The thick, stable "Plombir" cream is ready for further use. You can begin decorating your confections.