Old Fashioned Ice Cream Sandwiches
Classic ice cream sandwiches made with soft, chewy chocolate cookies and creamy vanilla ice cream. Perfect for a nostalgic treat, summer dessert, or anytime you want a sweet, portable indulgence.
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Equipment
- Large mixing bowl
- Medium mixing bowl
- Electric mixer or whisk
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Baking sheets
- Parchment paper
- Wire cooling rack
- Spatula
- Ice cream scoop
Ingredients
- For the Cookies:
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- For the Filling:
- 1 quart 4 cups vanilla ice cream, slightly softened
- Optional: chocolate chips or sprinkles for rolling edges
Instructions
- Preheat Oven:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Make Cookie Dough:
- In a large bowl, cream together butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs and vanilla extract.
- Combine Dry Ingredients:
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture, mixing until combined.
- Shape Cookies:
- Scoop dough into 2-tablespoon portions and roll into balls. Place on prepared baking sheets, spacing about 2 inches apart. Flatten slightly with the bottom of a glass or your hand.
- Bake:
- Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until cookies are set but still soft. Allow to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Assemble Sandwiches:
- Place a scoop of slightly softened ice cream on the flat side of one cookie. Top with another cookie, pressing gently to spread ice cream evenly.
- Optional Finishing Touch:
- Roll edges in chocolate chips or sprinkles if desired. Wrap individually in parchment or plastic wrap and freeze for at least 1 hour before serving.
Servings: 16 sandwiches