Ice Cream Cookie Sandwiches (Printable Version)
Creamy vanilla ice cream between cookies, rolled in sprinkles or chips, then frozen for a sweet, easy dessert.
# What You'll Need:
→ Cookies
01 - 16 soft chocolate chip cookies (about 7–8 cm / 3 inches in diameter, homemade or store-bought)
→ Ice Cream
02 - 1 liter of vanilla ice cream, slightly softened
→ Optional Toppings
03 - 100 g mini chocolate chips
04 - 100 g rainbow sprinkles
05 - 100 g chopped nuts (such as peanuts or pecans)
# Steps to Follow:
01 - If using homemade cookies, allow them to cool completely before assembling.
02 - Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
03 - Place 8 cookies, flat side up, on the prepared sheet.
04 - Scoop about 60–75 g (¼–⅓ cup) of softened vanilla ice cream onto each cookie.
05 - Gently press a second cookie, flat side down, onto the ice cream to form a sandwich.
06 - Roll the sides of each sandwich in mini chocolate chips, sprinkles, or chopped nuts for added flair.
07 - Place assembled sandwiches back on the baking sheet and freeze for at least 1 hour, or until firm.
08 - Serve immediately after freezing or wrap individually in parchment and store in the freezer for up to 1 month.
# Additional Tips::
01 -
- Easy to make with bakery or homemade cookies
- Customizable with any ice cream or cookie flavor you like
- Ready in under half an hour plus freezing time
- Ideal for making ahead or prepping with kids
02 -
- Fun to make with kids as an afternoon project
- Easily adapted to suit any allergy or flavor preference
- Freezes well and can be enjoyed straight from the freezer
03 -
- Soften your ice cream just until scoopable for easy spreading without dripping everywhere
- Handle cookies gently so they do not crack when pressing the sandwiches together
- Chill the assembled sandwiches thoroughly for the cleanest looking edges and neatest eating experience