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Ice Cream Cookie Sandwiches

Ice Cream Cookie Sandwiches

Vanilla ice cream sandwiched between chewy chocolate chip cookies-this recipe is a combo of two timeless classics that just can't be beat!
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Freezing Time (Thick Assembly Method Only) 1 hour
Course Dessert
Servings 8 sandwiches

Equipment

  • 1 hand mixer or stand mixer
  • 1 baking sheet lined with parchment or a silicone baking mat
  • 1 cake pan (9x13)

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup brown sugar lightly packed
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 egg room temp
  • 1 egg yolk room temp
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 3 cups all purpose flour spooned and leveled
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • ½-¾ tsp salt
  • 1 ½ cups semi sweet chocolate chips
  • 1-2 quarts vanilla ice cream softened

Instructions
 

Chocolate Chip Cookies

  • Preheat the oven to 350℉.
  • Cream the butter and sugars together until light and fluffy.
  • Add in the egg, egg yolk, and vanilla. Mix until combined.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
  • Add the dry ingredients to the bowl with the wet ingredients and mix just until combined.
  • Fold in the chocolate chips.
  • With a large cookie scoop or tablespoon, scoop the cookie dough and place 2in apart on baking sheets lined with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
  • Bake for 12-14 minutes or until the edges are golden brown and the tops appear dry.
  • Allow the cookies to cool on the pans for at least 10 minutes before attempting to remove them.
  • Allow the cookies to cool completely before assembling the ice cream sandwiches.

Assembling the Ice Cream Sandwiches (Quick Method)

  • Soften your ice cream in the microwave and full power for 15 seconds at a time until the ice cream is soft enough to scoop easily but not yet melting.
  • Flip one cookie upside down and, using a large tablespoon or ice cream scoop, place a large portion of ice cream on it.
  • Top with another cookie and gently press.
  • If desired, roll the sides of the ice cream sandwich in additional toppings before serving.
  • Serve immediately or place in the freezer for a short time before serving.

Assembling the Ice Cream Sandwiches (Super Thick Method)

  • Line an 9x13in cake pan with parchment paper.
  • Scoop the softened ice cream into the pan and use a spoon or spatula to press the ice cream into the pan until smooth and level.
  • Place the pan of ice cream into the freezer for at least an hour or until the ice cream is again frozen and firm.
  • Use the parchment paper to lift the ice cream out of the pan and place on a flat surface.
  • Using a cookie cutter that's approximately the same size as the cookies, cut out enough circles for each sandwich.
  • Work quickly to place the ice cream in between the cookies and roll the sides in additional toppings, if desired.
  • Serve immediately or place in the freezer for a short period of time before serving.
Keyword chocolate chip cookie, cookies, ice cream sandwich