Brownie Ice Cream Birthday Cake

box brownie mix ((9x13” pan size), plus eggs, oil, and water called for to make cake-like brownies)

half-gallon of your favorite ice cream

container Cool Whip ((I used fat-free), defrosted)

Food Coloring (, if desired)

almond extract ((you can use vanilla if you prefer, but use about 1 teaspoon))

heavy cream

chocolate chips

Sprinkles

(or so) of leftover or canned frosting, whatever flavor you want

Sugar cone and additional chocolate chips