Strawberry Ice Cream Sandwiches
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Strawberry Ice Cream Sandwiches are a perfect treat for warm days. They combine the creamy goodness of strawberry ice cream with soft and chewy cookies. This delightful dessert is easy to make and great for kids and adults alike. You can customize it and enjoy it at parties or just as a nice snack at home!
How to Make Strawberry Ice Cream Sandwiches
Ingredients:
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Directions:
- To make the strawberry ice cream, blend the strawberries in a blender until smooth. In a bowl, combine the pureed strawberries, heavy cream, sweetened condensed milk, and vanilla extract; mix well. Freeze the mixture in an ice cream maker according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
- For the cookies, preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). In a large bowl, cream together the butter, brown sugar, granulated sugar, and egg until smooth. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually blend the dry ingredients into the wet mixture.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto baking sheets lined with parchment paper and flatten them slightly. Bake for about 10-12 minutes or until golden.
- Let the cookies cool completely. Once cooled, take a scoop of strawberry ice cream and place it between two cookies to form a sandwich. Repeat with the remaining cookies and ice cream.
- Serve immediately or freeze for later. Enjoy your delicious strawberry ice cream sandwiches!
How to Serve Strawberry Ice Cream Sandwiches
These ice cream sandwiches are great right from the freezer. Serve them on a plate with some fresh strawberry slices for a pretty touch. They’re perfect for summer gatherings or just a fun family dessert.
How to Store Strawberry Ice Cream Sandwiches
To store your ice cream sandwiches, wrap them individually in plastic wrap or foil and place them in an airtight container. They can be kept in the freezer for up to two weeks, but trust us, they probably won’t last that long!
Tips to Make Strawberry Ice Cream Sandwiches
- Use fresh, ripe strawberries for the best flavor.
- If you don’t have an ice cream maker, you can freeze the mixture in a container and stir it every 30 minutes until it’s creamy.
- Feel free to add chocolate chips or nuts to the cookie dough for added flavor and texture.
Variations
You can switch up the flavors by using other fruits like raspberries or blueberries for the ice cream. Using different cookie recipes, such as chocolate or oatmeal, can also create new and exciting combinations!
FAQs
1. Can I make the ice cream ahead of time?
Yes! You can prepare the strawberry ice cream a day or two in advance and store it in the freezer until you’re ready to assemble the sandwiches.
2. How long do these ice cream sandwiches last?
When stored properly in the freezer, they can last up to two weeks.
3. Can I use store-bought ice cream?
Absolutely! If you’re short on time, using store-bought strawberry ice cream is a great option. Just make sure it’s softened enough to scoop easily.
Strawberry Ice Cream Sandwiches
Ingredients
For the Strawberry Ice Cream
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced Use ripe strawberries for the best flavor.
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
For the Cookies
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
Instructions
Prepare the Ice Cream
- Blend the strawberries in a blender until smooth.
- In a bowl, combine the pureed strawberries, heavy cream, sweetened condensed milk, and vanilla extract; mix well.
- Freeze the mixture in an ice cream maker according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
Make the Cookies
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter, brown sugar, granulated sugar, and egg until smooth.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually blend the dry ingredients into the wet mixture.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto baking sheets lined with parchment paper and flatten them slightly.
- Bake for about 10-12 minutes or until golden.
- Let the cookies cool completely.
Assemble the Sandwiches
- Once cooled, take a scoop of strawberry ice cream and place it between two cookies to form a sandwich.
- Repeat with the remaining cookies and ice cream.
- Serve immediately or freeze for later.
