HONOLULU (KHON2) -- Ice cream cakes are a delicious dessert that combines cake and ice cream into one amazing treat. They are perfect for birthdays, celebrations, or any time you want to enjoy something sweet and special.
Let’s dive into the story of ice cream cakes, find out who invented them, why they became popular, how they have changed over time, and why people love them so much.
The exact origin of ice cream cakes is a bit of a mystery. However, it is believed that they evolved from a dessert called the "bombe" in the 19th century.
Bombes were fancy molded desserts made from layers of ice cream and fruit, often shaped into a dome. Over time, people started adding cake layers to these ice cream desserts, creating the ice cream cakes we know today.
Ice cream cakes became popular because they combined two favorite desserts: cake and ice cream. This combination was a hit, especially for celebrations like birthdays and holidays.
In the mid-20th century, ice cream companies like Carvel and Baskin-Robbins started offering ice cream cakes, making them more widely available.
They advertised these cakes for special occasions, and people loved the idea of having both cake and ice cream in one dessert.
Ice cream cakes have come a long way since their early days. Originally, they were simple with just a few layers of cake and ice cream. Now, there are many different varieties and styles.
Some ice cream cakes have multiple layers of different flavors of ice cream, while others have cookie crumbles, fudge, or fruit layers. You can find ice cream cakes shaped like your favorite characters, sports themes, or even custom designs.
With so many options, there's an ice cream cake for every taste and occasion.
Ice cream cakes are a wonderful dessert that has brought joy to many people over the years. From their mysterious origins to their rise in popularity thanks to ice cream companies, and their evolution into the creative and delicious cakes we enjoy today, it's easy to see why they are so loved.
Here's where to find your favorites on each island according to your Yelp reviews. (Sorry, Kauaʻi! You all didn't have any ice cream cake makers ranked.)
Oʻahu
Maui
Hawaiʻi Island
- Double Dipz in Hilo.
- Baskin-Robbins Ice Cream & Yogurt in Hilo.
- Big Island Grill in Kona.
- Dairy Queen Orange Julius in Waikola.
Whether it's a birthday, a holiday or just a day when you want something sweet, an ice cream cake is always a great choice. So next time you want to celebrate or just treat yourself, consider an ice cream cake!