The Ultimate Ice Cream Cake Buying Guide

Why Choose an Ice Cream Cake?

There are many reasons to choose an ice cream cake for your next celebration. It combines the best of both worlds — dessert and cake in one — and is loved by kids and adults alike. Here's why ice cream cakes are the perfect choice:

• Perfect for birthdays

• No dry sponges — always creamy and delicious

• Best of both worlds — combines dessert and cake in one

• Great for summer celebrations

• Loved by kids and adults

• They suit a wide range of dietary needs

• Huge flavour variety

How to Choose the Size for Your Ice Cream Cake

Choosing the right portion size strikes the perfect balance. It minimizes food waste and prevents excess leftovers, while ensuring every guest receives a generous and satisfying serving. Along with food wastage, other resources are also not wasted, making it a more sustainable and cost-effective approach.

Which Flavour Should You Choose?

We use Ben & Jerry's Ice Cream flavours for all our ice cream cakes. You can select from a wide range of delicious options:

For the complete list of available flavours, please visit icecreamcakesmelbourne.com.au/flavours.

Best Ice Cream Cakes for Different Occasions

Choose from hundreds of custom designs, popular themes, and modern vintage styles — all made to look incredible and taste even better. Whatever the occasion, we have the perfect ice cream cake for you:

Explore our full collection at icecreamcakesmelbourne.com.au to find the design that perfectly matches your celebration.

Delivery or Pickup — Which is Better?

How Delivery Works at Ice Cream Cakes Melbourne

Have you ordered your ice cream cake for delivery? It's definitely a great choice. We make sure that the cake is frozen at the perfect temperature before the delivery and during transit so that when it arrives at your doorstep it remains as perfect as possible. Once it is handed over, you must keep the cake in the freezer immediately and take it out only when you need to serve — for its shape and taste to remain intact. The weather in Melbourne is unpredictable. One minute it's cool, the next it can be warm. Even if you keep the cake out on the kitchen counter or anywhere outside the freezer for 10 or 15 minutes, it can soften the cake. This happens mostly in summer. So don't get distracted. As soon as you receive the cake, keep it in the freezer immediately. It only takes a minute, and it helps keep the cake looking just as good as it tastes for everyone to enjoy.

Transportation Tips for Pickup

Are you going to pick up your cake yourself? If yes, go straight back home after collecting it. Don't take any stops if the distance is far. Ice cream cakes should be kept back in the freezer as soon as possible. Please keep the cake on a flat surface in the car. If possible, place it on the floor of your car where it won't slide due to sudden brakes or turns. If the distance is more than 30 minutes, bring along an insulated cooler bag or an ice box. It's a small thing that helps a lot to keep the cake fresh and intact. Once you get home, put the cake straight into the freezer and leave it there until you're ready to celebrate. A little extra care during transport means your cake will look more beautiful and taste creamy — just perfect for the party.

The Guide for Storing Your Ice Cream Cake

How to Store the Cake in the Freezer

Keep your Ice Cream Cakes Melbourne cake in the freezer until you're ready to serve it. Keep the cake in its original packaging — this helps maintain its shape. If you've already opened or discarded the box, place the cake in an airtight container or cake box to keep it fresh. Make sure the cake stays covered so it doesn't absorb any freezer odours.

General Shelf Life

For the best flavour and texture, enjoy your Ice Cream Cakes Melbourne cake within 7 days of purchase. It can stay frozen for longer, but the quality is always best when it's enjoyed sooner. Once the cake is a little old, small ice crystals may form on it, which can affect the creamy texture. So avoid storing for too long — instead, order fresh when required.

Refreezing Leftover Cake

If there is leftover cake after the party, place it in an airtight container and put it back in the freezer as soon as you can — almost immediately after the guests have eaten. If the cake has completely melted or has been kept at room temperature for long hours, it's best not to refreeze it, as the texture may change.

Serving Temperature

Remove your Ice Cream Cakes Melbourne cake from the freezer about 10-15 minutes before serving. Don't serve it straight from the freezer — it would be too hard to cut and you won't be able to serve proper slices. Taking it out ahead gives the cake time to soften while still holding its shape. The texture becomes creamier. Those extra few minutes make a bigger difference than most people expect.

When the day is a little warm, avoid leaving the cake out for too long. Once you've finished serving, return any leftovers to the freezer. These simple steps keep your cake intact and tasting its best.

Customisation Options

You can personalise the cake. We at Ice Cream Cakes Melbourne provide a lot of customisation options. From custom messages to photo cakes, matching the party theme to age toppers and candles — we can do everything to make the cake and your evening perfect. Make sure that the cake is ordered on time. To get whatever customisations you want, ordering in advance helps keep the planning stress-free. Last-minute cake orders reduce your customisation options. Try planning in advance, especially during peak seasons and busy weekends.

Allergies & Dietary Requirements

Make sure that you take note of the allergies and dietary requirements when placing your order:

• Cake should be Egg or Eggless

• Gluten-free cakes

• Nut Allergies

• Dairy free or Vegan options

• Checking all the ingredients before ordering

Budgeting Your Cake

Budgeting the cake is as important these days:

• Always compare custom designs with the standard designs

• How many tier cake you require as per the guests size

• Try getting the best value out of the budget you put in

Common Mistakes To Avoid

Common mistakes that are generally made and you should definitely avoid:

• Ordering too late

• Choosing the wrong size

• Not confirming the spellings in the personalised cakes

• Transportation going wrong

• Not knowing the storage or refrigeration requirements

Frequently Asked Questions