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ice cream sandwiches

Homemade Ice Cream Sandwiches

5 from 1 vote
A simple, foolproof recipe for classic ice cream sandwiches featuring a soft, brownie-like chocolate layer and a thick vanilla center. Bake the dough in one sheet pan for easy prep and uniform slices.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 35 minutes
Servings: 12 sandwiches
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour Spoon and level to avoid dry batter
  • ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder Sifted to remove lumps
  • ½ cup unsalted butter Melted and cooled slightly
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar Keeps the layer soft
  • 1 large egg Room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract Enhances the chocolate flavor
  • ½ teaspoon salt Balances the sweetness
  • 1.5 quarts vanilla ice cream Softened for 15 minutes before using

Equipment

  • 1 Baking sheet For baking the chocolate layer
  • 1 Mixing Bowl For preparing the batter
  • 1 Offset spatula For spreading the thick dough
  • 1 chef knife For cutting the frozen block

Method
 

  1. Whisk the melted butter and sugar together until completely smooth.
    whisking melted butter and sugar for ice cream sandwiches (1)
  2. Add the egg and vanilla extract, stirring vigorously until glossy.
  3. Fold in the flour, cocoa powder, and salt just until no white streaks remain.
    folding dry ingredients into wet cookie batter
  4. Spread the thick batter evenly onto a parchment-lined baking sheet using an offset spatula.
  5. Bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for ten to twelve minutes until the edges are set.
  6. Let the baked layer cool completely, then cut it exactly in half crosswise.
    cutting baked chocolate layer in half
  7. Spread the softened filling thickly over one half, topping gently with the second half.
  8. Wrap tightly in plastic and freeze for at least four hours before slicing into bars.

Nutrition

Serving: 130gCalories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 4.5gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 55mgSodium: 140mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 2gSugar: 24gVitamin A: 10IUCalcium: 60mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Let the vanilla carton sit on the counter for 15 minutes before attempting to spread it. If the chocolate layer breaks while assembling, gently press it back together—it will freeze completely solid.

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