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July 4th Ice Cream Sandwiches

Delightful July 4th Ice Cream Sandwiches for Summer Bliss

Celebrate with these July 4th Ice Cream Sandwiches, combining buttery cookies with creamy ice cream, perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Freezing Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 32 minutes
Servings: 12 sandwiches
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 2.5 cups All-Purpose Flour Provides structure to the cookies; swap for gluten-free flour if needed.
  • 2.5 tsp Baking Powder Helps cookies rise, creating a light, chewy texture.
  • 1 tsp Kosher Salt Enhances the flavor balance of your cookies.
  • 2 sticks Salted Butter Adds richness and moisture; can substitute with unsalted butter plus a pinch of salt.
  • 1.5 cups Sugar Sweetness and contributes to the overall cookie structure.
  • 1 large Egg Binds ingredients together and adds moisture.
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Provides a warm, sweet undertone to the cookies.
For the Assembly
  • 3 pints Vanilla Ice Cream The delightful filling for the sandwiches; feel free to use any favorite flavor for variations.
  • Red, White, and Blue Sprinkles Perfect for festive decoration; use a shallow bowl for easy coating.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowls
  • Hand Mixer
  • Baking sheets
  • Parchment paper
  • Cookie Scoop

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt until well combined and set aside.
  3. In a separate bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy, then mix in the egg and vanilla until combined.
  4. Gradually stir the dry mixture into the wet mixture until just combined, forming a cohesive dough.
  5. Roll the dough into 1¼-inch balls and flatten each into 2-inch disks, coating one side with sprinkles.
  6. Place the cookie disks on the prepared baking sheets and bake for approximately 12 minutes, until golden brown around the edges.
  7. Let the cookies cool on the pans for 5 minutes before transferring to cooling racks.
  8. Scoop about ½ cup of softened ice cream onto one cookie and place another on top, pressing gently to form a sandwich.
  9. Arrange the sandwiches on a parchment-lined pan and freeze for at least 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgSugar: 15gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These ice cream sandwiches can be prepared in advance and stored in the freezer for a delightful summer dessert.

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