You can make it several days or months in advance, as long as you store it in an airtight container. Store this summer treat in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 3 months. I can store it in the same container I make it in or take it along to a potluck. I like to use a glass pan with a lid (affiliate link) because it's super versatile. You'll need a 9X13 pan for this buster bar cake.

You could also use homemade ice cream instead of store-bought. Ice cream - you could mix it up and use chocolate ice cream (or another flavor) instead of vanilla.I use ice cream sandwiches because they are easier than using layers of ice cream and graham crackers and because and chocolate graham wafers have been discontinued. Ice cream sandwiches - you can use any brand.Fudge sauce - you can make your own homemade fudge sauce or use store-bought.Peanuts - you can use regular or Spanish peanuts (aka red skin peanuts).Gluten-free- There are a variety of ice cream sandwiches that are gluten-free and Smuckers hot fudge sauce and chocolate magic shell comply with a gluten-free diet.It makes for a creamy vanilla ice cream that's easier to spread. Hint: Leave the vanilla ice cream out to soften for a few minutes before spreading it over the fudge layer. *I usually leave it in overnight, but after 1-2 hours (once the chocolate coating is set), I'll cover it with plastic wrap or a lid for the remainder of the time it's in the freezer. Place the pan in the freezer for at least 3 hours before cutting. *You can swirl the magic shell and ice cream together a little with a butter knife. Then drizzle the Magic Shell over the peanuts to secure them into place. chocolate fudge sauce (aka hot fudge sauce) *do not use chocolate sundae sauce/syrup.You only need a few simple ingredients for this buster bar dessert:

We had it for dessert with Slow Cooker Beef on a Bun, Healthy Potato Salad, Dill Deviled Eggs, to name a few. It pairs well with so many potluck recipes. I recently served it at a summer BBQ and family gathering this summer and it was a HUGE hit! This recipe was inspired by my Cookie Dough Ice Cream Cake (Dairy Queen Copycat) on this site but is a lot quicker and easier to make. This ice cream sandwich cake recipe is especially popular on hot summer days. If you want a VERY easy ice cream cake recipe, that tastes just like Dairy Queen buster bars, you'll love this one! Quick and easy to make, with layers of ice cream sandwiches, chocolate fudge sauce, vanilla ice cream and chocolate magic shell, this a great dessert that will leave everyone begging for more!

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