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A close-up of delicious homemade ice cream sandwiches, perfectly assembled.

Homemade Ice Cream Sandwiches

Indulge in these delightful homemade ice cream sandwiches, featuring chewy chocolate cookies filled with your favorite creamy ice cream. They are a customizable and refreshing dessert perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 42 minutes
Servings: 12 sandwiches
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies:
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Filling:
  • 1 quart full-fat ice cream
  • 1/2 cup sprinkles or chocolate chips optional

Equipment

  • Baking sheets
  • Parchment paper
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Electric mixer (optional)
  • Spatulas/Ice cream scoop

Method
 

Make the Cookies:
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt; set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined and a soft dough forms.
  6. Drop spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving some space between them.
  7. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set and the centers are still slightly soft; let cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Assemble the Ice Cream Sandwiches:
  1. Allow the ice cream to soften slightly at room temperature for about 10-15 minutes or transfer to a bowl and mix until spreadable.
  2. Pair up cooled cookies of similar size, then spread a generous scoop of softened ice cream onto the flat side of one cookie.
  3. Gently place another cookie on top, flat side down, and press lightly to create a sandwich.
  4. If desired, roll the edges of each ice cream sandwich in sprinkles or mini chocolate chips.
  5. Wrap each assembled ice cream sandwich individually in plastic wrap or parchment paper.
  6. Place the wrapped sandwiches in a freezer-safe container and freeze for at least 2-4 hours, or until the ice cream is firm.

Notes

For extra chewy cookies, avoid overbaking them. You can use a round cookie cutter slightly larger than your desired sandwich size to ensure uniform cookies. Feel free to experiment with different ice cream flavors and add-ins like chopped nuts or crushed candies. Store leftover ice cream sandwiches wrapped tightly in the freezer for up to 2-3 weeks.