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Cookie Dough Ice Cream Sandwiches – Ultimate Homemade Treat

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Cookie Dough Ice Cream Sandwiches are decadent frozen desserts made with layers of edible chocolate chip cookie dough and creamy vanilla ice cream. Perfect for summer parties, birthdays, and make-ahead treats, they combine rich cookie dough flavor with a smooth, refreshing ice cream center.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 cups heat-treated all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 to 4 tablespoons milk
  • 1 cup mini chocolate chips
  • 1 1/2 quarts vanilla ice cream, softened
  • Optional: sprinkles, crushed cookies, caramel sauce, chocolate drizzle, chopped nuts

Instructions

  1. Line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, beat the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and creamy.
  3. Mix in the vanilla extract.
  4. Add the heat-treated flour and salt, mixing until combined.
  5. Add milk gradually until the dough reaches a soft, spreadable consistency.
  6. Fold in the mini chocolate chips.
  7. Press half of the cookie dough evenly into the prepared pan and freeze for 20 to 30 minutes.
  8. Spread the softened vanilla ice cream evenly over the chilled cookie dough layer.
  9. Flatten the remaining cookie dough between sheets of parchment paper and carefully place it over the ice cream layer.
  10. Freeze the entire pan for at least 4 hours or overnight until completely firm.
  11. Lift the dessert out of the pan using the parchment paper.
  12. Cut into squares or rectangles using a sharp knife.
  13. Serve immediately or wrap individual sandwiches and return them to the freezer.

Notes

  • Always use heat-treated flour for edible cookie dough.
  • Do not use raw eggs in the cookie dough.
  • Premium-quality ice cream produces the best texture and flavor.
  • Freeze thoroughly before slicing for clean cuts.
  • Use a knife dipped in hot water for bakery-style slices.
  • Wrap sandwiches individually for easy grab-and-go desserts.
  • Store in an airtight container to prevent freezer burn.
  • Try different ice cream flavors such as cookies and cream, chocolate, or salted caramel.
  • Add sprinkles or chocolate drizzle for special occasions.
  • These sandwiches can be made up to 2 months in advance.

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