Satisfy your sweet cravings with these Easy Ice Cream Sandwiches! This simple recipe is hassle-free and guaranteed to leave you wanting more.

Ice cream sandwiches are a favorite summertime treat of many. There is something so comforting about the combination of tender cookies and cold ice cream, but you don’t have to wait for warmer weather to enjoy one.

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The homemade version of this classic ice cream truck treat that I am sharing with you today gets me feeling nostalgic. These chocolate chip cookie ice cream sandwiches are so easy and delicious!

I love the simplicity of creamy vanilla ice cream and a good old chocolate chip cookie. So do my kids, especially when paired with fun and colorful sprinkles!

This delicious treat is clearly a favorite recipe for our kids. They request homemade ice cream sandwiches the minute the weather starts to warm up!

Easy Ice Cream Sandwich Recipe

Ingredients:

• vanilla ice cream
• mini rainbow candy coated chocolate chips
• chocolate chip cookies

Preparation:

1. Allow the ice cream to sit out at room temperature for a few minutes to soften.

2. Add mini rainbow candy coated chocolate chips to a shallow dish.

3. Place a scoop of vanilla ice cream onto the bottom side of one cookie and gently press a second cookie on top. Ensure the ice cream comes to the edge of the cookie so that the chocolate chips will stick to the ice cream.

4. Gently roll the edges of the ice cream sandwich into the chocolate chips until well coated. Repeat with the remaining cookies.

5. Chill for at least one hour or longer, until the ice cream hardens.

Notes:

• Use a firm ice cream. Soft ice cream doesn’t hold up well in this recipe.
• We used homemade cookies made with a 2.5 inch cookie scoop to make large cookies. You can use your favorite store-bought cookies or any of your favorite homemade cookie recipes.
• Try these soft chocolate chip cookies for as your next ice cream sandwich cookie.
• Feel free to substitute the mini rainbow candy coated chocolate chips with sprinkles, M&M’s, or mini chocolate chips.

Tips & tricks:

• Soften the ice cream slightly before assembling the sandwiches.
• If you are using particularly soft cookies, use the back of a spoon to help push the ice cream to the edges of the cookie to help prevent breakage.
• Roll the edges of the sandwiches in any toppings you like best. Rainbow sprinkles, crushed cookies, chopped nuts, and coconut are all great options.
• Try adding mix-ins to your ice cream, like fruit, candy, or edible cookie dough. Transfer the softened ice cream to a large bowl and gently stir in the extras before assembling the sandwiches.
• Wrap each sandwich individually in plastic wrap or aluminum foil and store them in a freezer-safe and airtight container.
• Placing the completed sandwiches on a cookie sheet allows for easy transport to and from the freezer.
• Use soft and chewy cookies for easier sandwich assembly.
• Consider using good quality vanilla ice cream and cookies for the best result.
• This easy recipe is the perfect treat for special occasions. Cut out sugar cookies using your favorite seasonal cookie cutter to create ice cream cookie sandwiches for Christmas, Valentine’s Day, birthday parties, or any other theme.

Frequently Asked Questions:

Q: What do I need to make ice cream sandwiches?

A: You will need store-bought or homemade cookies, ice cream, and mini rainbow candy coated chocolate chips.

Q: Can I use any type of cookie?

A: Yes, you can use any type of store-bought cookie that you like. Cookies that are soft and chewy work particularly well.

Q: Can I use any type of ice cream?

A: Yes, you can substitute the vanilla with your favorite ice cream flavor.

Q: Do I need to soften the ice cream before assembling the sandwiches?

A: Yes, it is best to soften the ice cream slightly before assembling the sandwiches. This will make it easier to spread the ice cream onto the cookies.

Q: How do I assemble the ice cream sandwiches?

A: Place a scoop of softened ice cream onto one cookie, and then place another cookie on top. Press down gently to create a sandwich. Roll the edges of the sandwich in the mini rainbow candy coated chocolate chips.

Q: Can I make these ahead of time?

A: Yes, you can make these ahead of time and store them in the freezer. Wrap each sandwich individually in plastic wrap or layer with parchment paper and place them in a freezer-safe container.

Q: How long do they need to freeze?

A: Freeze the sandwiches for at least 1 hour, or until the ice cream is firm.

Q: Can I use different toppings?

A: Yes, you can use any type of topping that you like. Some other ideas include sprinkles, crushed cookies, chopped nuts, or coconut.

Whatever your favorite flavor combination, these homemade ice cream sandwiches won’t last long!

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Easy Ice Cream Sandwich Recipe

Yield: 4

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Total Time: 15 minutes

Satisfy your sweet cravings with these Easy Ice Cream Sandwiches! This simple recipe is hassle-free and guaranteed to leave you wanting more.

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Ingredients

• 2 cups vanilla ice cream
• 1/4 cup mini rainbow candy coated chocolate chips
• 8 chocolate chip cookies

Instructions

1. Allow the ice cream to sit out at room temperature for a few minutes to soften.
2. Add mini rainbow candy coated chocolate chips to a shallow dish.
3. Place a scoop of vanilla ice cream onto the bottom side of one cookie and gently press a second cookie on top. Ensure the ice cream comes to the edge of the cookie so that the chocolate chips will stick to the ice cream.
4. Gently roll the edges of the ice cream sandwich into the chocolate chips until well coated. Repeat with the remaining cookies.
5. Chill for at least one hour or longer, until the ice cream hardens.

Notes

Soften the ice cream slightly before assembling the sandwiches.

If you are using particularly soft cookies, use the back of a spoon to help push the ice cream to the edges of the cookie to help prevent breakage.

Roll the edges of the sandwiches in any toppings you like best. Rainbow sprinkles, crushed cookies, chopped nuts, and coconut are all great options.

Try adding mix-ins to your ice cream, like fruit, candy, or edible cookie dough. Transfer the softened ice cream to a large bowl and gently stir in the extras before assembling the sandwiches.

Wrap each sandwich individually in plastic wrap or aluminum foil and store them in a freezer-safe and airtight container.

Placing the completed sandwiches on a cookie sheet allows for easy transport to and from the freezer.

Use soft and chewy cookies for easier sandwich assembly.

Consider using good quality vanilla ice cream and cookies for the best result.

This easy recipe is the perfect treat for special occasions. Cut out sugar cookies using your favorite seasonal cookie cutter to create ice cream cookie sandwiches for Christmas, Valentine’s Day, birthday parties, or any other theme.

Nutrition Information:

Yield: 1 Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 646Total Fat: 35gSaturated Fat: 19gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 58mgSodium: 206mgCarbohydrates: 83gFiber: 4gSugar: 65gProtein: 8g

All values are approximate and based on ingredients used by the recipe writer. Always calculate your own individual nutritional values for the most accurate calculation.

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Hello, I’m Heather!

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