Prepare to embark on a mouthwatering journey that will transform your dessert game forever! These homemade Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream Sandwiches are not just a treat - they're a culinary adventure that combines the perfect crunch of freshly baked cookies with the creamy, refreshing burst of mint chocolate chip ice cream. Whether you're looking to impress guests, cool down on a hot day, or simply satisfy your sweet tooth, this recipe is about to become your new obsession!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 12 sandwiches
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup mint chocolate chip ice cream
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
- 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent the cookies from sticking.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy. This should take about 2-3 minutes using an electric mixer on medium speed.
- Gradually add the all-purpose flour to the butter-sugar mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; the dough should be soft and slightly sticky.
- Fold in the chocolate chips and peppermint extract using a spatula or wooden spoon, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches of space between each cookie as they will spread while baking.
- Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. The centers may look slightly underbaked, which is perfect for a soft cookie.
- Once baked, remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheets for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- While the cookies are cooling, take the mint chocolate chip ice cream out of the freezer to soften slightly for easier assembly.
- Once the cookies are completely cool, take one cookie and place a generous scoop of mint chocolate chip ice cream on the flat side. Place another cookie on top, flat side down, and gently press them together to create a sandwich.
- Repeat this process with the remaining cookies and ice cream until all sandwiches are assembled.
- For a firmer texture, wrap each ice cream sandwich in plastic wrap and place them in the freezer for at least 1 hour before serving.
- Enjoy your homemade mint chocolate chip ice cream sandwiches as a delightful treat!
Tips
- Keep your butter at room temperature for easier creaming, but not too soft - you want it just pliable.
- Chill the cookie dough for 30 minutes before baking to prevent excessive spreading.
- Use a cookie scoop for uniform-sized cookies that will create perfectly matched sandwich halves.
- Allow cookies to cool completely before adding ice cream to prevent melting.
- For extra indulgence, roll the edges of your ice cream sandwiches in mini chocolate chips or crushed peppermint.
- Store assembled sandwiches in the freezer wrapped individually in plastic wrap to maintain their shape and freshness.
- If the ice cream becomes too soft during assembly, pop it back in the freezer for a few minutes to firm up.
- For a gourmet touch, try using homemade ice cream or experimenting with different flavor combinations!
Nutrition Facts
Calories: kcal
Carbohydrates: g
Protein: g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: mg
