How Did Ice Dream Cakes Begin?

It started with the shocking revelation that my son doesn’t like birthday cake. Doesn’t like cake?! This was a foreign concept since cake is one of my main food groups. In the spring of 2022, his fifth birthday was fast approaching and I needed a solution to this dilemma. How could we have a birthday party with no cake?

I Took My Cue From My Son!

He loves ice cream! Maybe I could make an ice cream cake? Since this would be a first for me, I dove into research and recipes. This is the part of the story where I mention I have an associate degree in Culinary Arts from Johnson & Wales University and for a few years worked in professional kitchens. This bit of information gives me some street cred and hopefully demonstrates that I am not crazy for taking on the challenge.

Back To The Cake That Started It All—The Hot Fudge Sundae Cake.

My son loves hot fudge sundaes so I wanted to create a cake that mimicked his favorite treat. I am proud to say that my first attempt was a success. Not only did my son enjoy his birthday cake, but my family and friends gave rave reviews. People who didn’t normally eat dessert came back for seconds!

I Quickly Realized I Was On To Something!

Maybe I could create and sell gourmet ice cream cakes? I would use quality ingredients in my recipes, like homemade ganache, fresh whipped cream, and soft sponge cake. It took half a year of recipe research and development that included taste-testing, adjusting, perfecting, starting over, and starting over again. Finally, all the components came together and I developed a selection of the first twelve delicious frozen ice cream desserts.

In November 2022, I Launched My Business,
Ice Dream Cakes.

Based in Chattanooga, TN, I offer eighteen (and counting) decadent ice cream cake flavors in two sizes—plus a selection of delicious vegan options.

By the way, my son still doesn’t like traditional birthday cakes but he loves his mom’s ice cream cakes. Here’s to years of creamy, dreamy cakes!

What Makes Us Dreamy

  • Thoughtful, Aesthetic Design

    Each Ice Dream Cake is thoughtfully designed to be both visually stunning and incredibly delicious, making them hard to believe they’re frozen!

  • Sponge Cake, Not Just Ice Cream

    We use soft, light sponge cake, not just molded ice cream, for a perfectly balanced texture and a unique cake experience.

  • Real, Fresh Ingredients

    Our gourmet ice cream cakes are made with real, fresh ingredients—no shortcuts, just pure, natural flavors in every bite.

  • Made Fresh to Order

    Every cake is made fresh, with no preservatives or heavy dyes, ensuring top-quality taste and a clean, pure experience for every occasion.
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