Homemade Ice Cream Sandwiches
Treat yourself to the ultimate summer dessert with our homemade ice cream sandwiches! Soft, chewy chocolate cookies filled with your favorite vanilla ice cream make for a perfect, easy-to-make treat. Customize with any flavor and they’ll be a hit at any gathering.
There’s something truly special about homemade ice cream sandwiches.
Whether you’re enjoying them on a sunny afternoon or sharing them at a family gathering, these ice cream sandwich treats are sure to bring smiles.
The combination of soft, chewy cookies and creamy ice cream is simply irresistible. Plus, they’re so easy to customize with your favorite flavors!
John and I love making this ice cream sandwich recipe, especially when we have friends and family over.
It’s a fun and delicious way to spend time together.
We like to use the traditional chocolate cookies and sometimes I’ll make my homemade vanilla ice cream for the filling.
They’re a hit with everyone that tries them.
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Tips for Perfect Ice Cream Sandwiches
Tips
Cookie Consistency: Make sure the cookies are slightly underbaked for a softer texture that pairs perfectly with the ice cream. They’ll firm up some as they cool.
Ice Cream Firmness: Let the ice cream soften slightly before spreading into an even layer. When you’re ready to cut the ice cream into rounds, work with the ice cream while it’s still firm.
Wrap Individually: Wrap each sandwich in parchment paper before freezing to prevent them from sticking together and to keep them fresh.
Flavor Pairings: Experiment with different ice cream flavors like cookie dough, butter pecan, or strawberry for a fun variety of flavors.
How to Store Leftover Ice Cream Sandwiches
Wrap each sandwich individually in parchment paper or plastic wrap. Place them in an airtight container or a resealable freezer bag.
They can be stored in the freezer for up to two weeks. When ready to enjoy, let them sit at room temperature for a few minutes to soften slightly before serving.
FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)
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Ingredients
To Make the Cookies:
- 1 ¼ cups all purpose flour
- ⅓ cup Dutch process cocoa powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon espresso powder
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ½ cup light brown sugar
- ⅓ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Ice Cream
- 1 ½ quarts ice cream, homemade or store bought, any flavor
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, salt, baking powder, and espresso powder. Set aside.1 ¼ cups all purpose flour⅓ cup Dutch process cocoa powder½ teaspoon salt½ teaspoon baking powder¼ teaspoon espresso powder
- In a stand mixer, cream butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar on medium speed until fluffy (3-4 minutes). Add egg and vanilla extract, and mix until combined.½ cup unsalted butter½ cup light brown sugar⅓ cup granulated sugar1 large egg½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- On low speed, gradually add the flour mixture until fully incorporated. Form the dough into a disc, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for 1-2 hours until firm.
- After chilling, let the dough sit at room temperature for 5-10 minutes until pliable but not sticky. Roll the dough on a lightly floured surface to ⅛-inch thickness.
- Cut out circles using a 3-inch biscuit cutter. Transfer to parchment-lined baking sheets and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Bake the cookies for 10-12 minutes until edges are slightly crispy and centers are soft. Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. Once cooled, freeze the cookies on a parchment-lined baking sheet for 2-3 hours or overnight.
- For the ice cream, let it soften slightly, then spread it in a plastic wrap-lined pan. Freeze for 4-5 hours until firm.1 ½ quarts ice cream
- Cut out ice cream circles using the same biscuit cutter. Place an ice cream circle between two cookies to form a sandwich.
- Wrap the assembled sandwiches in plastic wrap and aluminum foil. Freeze for 8 hours or overnight. Enjoy cold!
Suggested Equipment
Notes
- The calories listed are an approximation based on the ingredients in the recipe card and a serving size of 1 ice cream sandwich. Actual calories will vary.
- Recipe adapted from Kickass Baker Chocolate Baker Ice Cream Sandwiches.