Prepare to embark on a mouthwatering journey that combines the warm, spicy notes of cinnamon and ginger with the creamy decadence of ice cream! These homemade ice cream sandwiches are about to become your new obsession, transforming an ordinary dessert into an extraordinary culinary experience that will make your taste buds dance with delight. Whether you're looking to impress guests or treat yourself to a spectacular sweet indulgence, these cookies are guaranteed to elevate your dessert game to a whole new level!
Prep Time: 25 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 40 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 6 sandwiches
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Ice cream of choice for filling
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, ground cinnamon, ground ginger, and salt until well combined and set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter with brown sugar and granulated sugar using an electric mixer until light and fluffy, approximately 3-4 minutes.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter-sugar mixture, beating until fully incorporated and smooth.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Scoop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 2 inches of space between each cookie.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers are set.
- Remove from oven and let cookies cool completely on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool entirely.
- Once cookies are completely cool, remove your chosen ice cream from the freezer and let it soften slightly for easier spreading.
- Scoop a generous amount of ice cream onto the flat side of one cookie, then gently press another cookie on top to create a sandwich.
- Wrap each ice cream sandwich individually in plastic wrap and freeze for at least 1 hour before serving to allow them to set.
- For best results, serve chilled and enjoy within 3-5 days of preparation.
Tips
- Make sure your butter is truly softened but not melted to ensure the perfect cookie texture.
- Use room temperature ingredients for more consistent mixing and better cookie structure.
- Don't overmix the dough - this can lead to tough cookies instead of soft, tender ones.
- Allow cookies to cool completely before assembling sandwiches to prevent melting.
- For extra flavor, try rolling cookie edges in chopped nuts or mini chocolate chips before freezing.
- Use high-quality ice cream for the best taste and texture.
- If cookies spread too much during baking, chill the dough for 30 minutes before scooping.
- For a gourmet touch, try different ice cream flavors like vanilla bean, salted caramel, or chai.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 250kcal
Carbohydrates: 30g
Protein: 3g
Fat: 13g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Cholesterol: 45mg
