Get ready to experience a dessert that will make your taste buds dance with pure joy! These Peanut Butter M&M Ice Cream Cookie Sandwiches are not just a recipe—they're a celebration of everything delicious. Imagine biting into a soft, chewy peanut butter cookie packed with colorful M&M candies, then discovering a creamy vanilla ice cream center that melts in your mouth. This isn't just a dessert; it's a nostalgic journey back to childhood summers, packed with playful flavors and irresistible textures that will have everyone begging for seconds!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 12 mins
Total Time: 22 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 12 sandwiches
Ingredients
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 cup M&M candies
- 2 cups vanilla ice cream
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine creamy peanut butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar. Mix thoroughly until well blended and smooth.
- Add the large egg and vanilla extract to the peanut butter mixture. Beat until the ingredients are completely incorporated and the mixture is creamy.
- Sprinkle baking soda over the mixture and stir until evenly distributed.
- Gently fold in the M&M candies, ensuring they are evenly spread throughout the cookie dough.
- Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- 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 sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool entirely.
- Once cookies are completely cool, soften the vanilla ice cream at room temperature for 5-10 minutes to make it easier to scoop.
- Take one cookie, place a scoop of vanilla ice cream on the flat side, and gently press another cookie on top to create a sandwich.
- Optional: Roll the edges of the ice cream sandwich in additional crushed M&M candies for extra decoration.
- Immediately wrap each sandwich in plastic wrap and place in the freezer to set for at least 1 hour before serving.
- To serve, remove ice cream sandwiches from the freezer 2-3 minutes before enjoying to soften slightly.
Tips
- Ensure your peanut butter is at room temperature for easier mixing and smoother cookie dough.
- Don't overmix the cookie dough to keep the cookies soft and tender.
- Allow cookies to cool completely before assembling sandwiches to prevent ice cream from melting too quickly.
- Use a cookie scoop for uniform-sized cookies that will create perfectly matched sandwich halves.
- For extra crunch, try briefly rolling the edges in crushed M&Ms or chopped peanuts.
- Work quickly when assembling sandwiches to prevent ice cream from becoming too soft.
- Wrap individual sandwiches in plastic wrap before freezing to maintain their shape and prevent freezer burn.
- For best texture, let sandwiches sit at room temperature for 2-3 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 380kcal
Carbohydrates: 45g
Protein: 12g
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Cholesterol: 45mg
