This recipe is perfect for those unexpectedly hot days when only something icy and indulgent will do. It’s a whirlwind of textures and flavors that wakes up your taste buds and stirs up memories of sitting cross-legged with a cookie in hand. And the best part? It’s quick, forgiving, and endlessly customizable.
Ice Cream Cookie Sandwiches
This dessert features two cookies filled with a layer of creamy ice cream, creating a cool and indulgent treat. The cookies are baked until golden and crisp, then sandwiched around softened ice cream for a delightful combination of crunchy and creamy textures with a visually appealing final appearance.
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Cream together the softened butter and brown sugar in a mixing bowl until the mixture is light and fluffy, and you can see the sugar dissolving.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until fully incorporated, resulting in a smooth, cohesive batter.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt to evenly distribute the leavening agents.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until a thick dough forms.
- Using a cookie scoop or spoon, portion out the dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing the cookies about 2 inches apart.
- Bake the cookies for about 10-12 minutes, or until they turn golden around the edges but are still soft in the center.
- Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, take one cookie and spread a generous scoop of softened ice cream onto its flat side.
- Top with a second cookie, pressing gently to sandwich the ice cream evenly between the two cookies.
- Repeat this process with the remaining cookies and ice cream, then serve immediately or freeze for later enjoyment.
Notes
For easier handling, refrigerate the assembled sandwiches for about 10 minutes before serving. This helps the ice cream firm up slightly and prevents melting quickly.
Hi, I’m Lucas Foster, the cook, writer, and everyday food enthusiast behind Totally in the Zone. This space is where my love for cooking meets my belief that food should fit into real life. Not rushed. Not overcomplicated. Just thoughtful, satisfying, and made with intention.
