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    Home » Desserts » Easy Chocolate Chip Cookie Ice Cream Sandwiches

    Easy Chocolate Chip Cookie Ice Cream Sandwiches

    Published: Jun 18, 2023 by Linda Warren

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    These Chocolate Chip Cookie Ice Cream Sandwiches are both easy and fun. Moms and kids love baking fresh cookies and sandwiching them with everyone's favorite flavor of ice cream. There's no mess of making dough and they're done in a jiffy!

    Decorate for the season with sprinkles, chocolate chips, or candy, and let the deliciousness begin. Perfect for summer treats, picnics and just to cool off!

    Stacked ice cream sandwiches with ice cream in background.

    FYI - This post contains affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. All links are products I use when making my recipes.

    Table of Contents

    • A Fun and Cool Dessert for Summer
    • Why You'll Love This Ice Cream Sandwich Cookie Recipe
    • Ingredients
      • Best Cookies for Ice Cream Sandwiches
    • How to Make Ice Cream Cookie Sandwiches
    • Recipe Tips
    • Recipe Variations
    • How to Store
    • Love ice cream? Check out these other delicious recipes!

    A Fun and Cool Dessert for Summer

    Do you love ice cream and cookies? If you're like me, they are a staple in your house and you could eat them any time of day or, for that matter, any time of year! 

    If you're like me, you love products that make my life easier, especially when kids are helping with cooking and baking. They like helping in the kitchen, so planning something easy and fun for them is good.

    Holding ice cream sandwich with sprinkles.

    This recipe starts out with a package of premade chocolate chip cookie dough so all they have to do is just scoop and bake. Of course, these cool treats wouldn't be complete without their favorite flavor of creamy ice cream.

    In honor of summer, I made these easy ice cream sandwich cookies and let the kids decorate them in summer colors for the occasion. If you like more cool treats to help you beat the summer heat, try my Chocolate Pistachio Popsicles and Raspberry Lemonade Popsicles too.

    Why You'll Love This Ice Cream Sandwich Cookie Recipe

    Easy to make and kids can help!

    Quick to pull together at short notice with store-bought ingredients

    Simple to adapt with your favorite cookies or flavor of ice cream

    Save money and make a Chipwich ice cream sandwich by rolling the edges in mini chocolate chips.

    Ingredients

    Ingredients for chocolate chip cookie ice cream sandwiches.

    You'll only need 3 simple ingredients, well, actually 2 if you don't want to decorate them.

    • Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough - Nestle Toll House or Pillsbury recommended
    • Vanilla Ice Cream - Ben & Jerry's, Haagen-Dazs, or other premium ice cream.
    • Sprinkles, Mini Chocolate Chips, or Other Garnishes (optional)

    Best Cookies for Ice Cream Sandwiches

    You want soft and chewy cookies for ice cream sandwiches. Crunchy cookies will break and crumble when trying to eat the sandwich.

    How to Make Ice Cream Cookie Sandwiches

    Scooped cookie dough on cookie sheet.
    1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Scoop the cookie dough right out of the package and place it on an ungreased cookie sheet.
    Baked chocolate chip cookie on spatula.
    1. Bake for 12 to 13 minutes. Let cool on a wire rack.
    Scoop ice cream onto one cookie.
    1. Let ice cream soften for about 5 minutes then scoop out and place on a cooled chocolate chip cookie.
    placing cookie on top of ice cream to make sandwich.
    1. Place another cookie on top and press together gently. Run a knife around the edge to smooth out the ice cream.
    Ice cream sandwich cookies with sprinkles.
    1. Decorate the ice cream sandwich by rolling in sprinkles and enjoy!
    Stacked toll house cookie ice cream sandwiches.

    I've got to warn you, these delicious chocolate chip cookie ice cream sandwiches don't hang around for long. If you're smart, you might hide one or two for yourself before they're all gone.

    Recipe Tips

    • Bake the cookies so they are soft and not crunchy.
    • Freeze the cookies before assembling the sandwiches. This will harden them and make it easier for assembly.
    • Tightly each sandwich in plastic wrap to hold the assembled sandwich together.
    • Make one sandwich at a time, wrap it in plastic, and place it in the freezer as soon as it’s assembled. You don't want the first ones to be melting while you are making the rest of them.
    • Freeze the assembled cookies for at least 3 hours so the sandwiches are frozen enough to easily pick up and enjoy.

    Recipe Variations

    This may be a simple 3-ingredient recipe, but it has endless possibilities with different combinations. Here are some ideas:

    • Use different cookie dough: Chocolate, Funfetti, M&M's, Peanut Butter, Sugar Cookie, White Chocolate Chip, Turtle, and seasonal cookies.
    • Use different ice cream: Chocolate, Cookie Dough, Dulce de Leche (caramel), Mint Chocolate Chip, Peanut Butter, or fruit flavors.
    • Use frozen yogurt or gelato: Lots of flavor options with these too.
    • Use different garnishes: Mini chocolate chips, mini M&M candies, jimmies, sugar pearls, fun-shaped sprinkles, or seasonal sprinkles for holidays.

    You can also vary the size:

    • Make giant ice cream sandwiches by using an ice cream scoop to portion the dough. You'll need to bake it a little longer.
    • Make mini ice cream sandwiches by using a tablespoon to portion the dough. You'll need to bake it a little less.

    How to Store

    Once the ice cream sandwiches are assembled, make sure you individually wrap them in plastic wrap or freezer wrap. Place the wrapped ice cream sandwiches in a freezer-safe container or plastic freezer bag. Ice cream sandwiches will last for up to a month in the freezer.

    Love ice cream? Check out these other delicious recipes!

    Homemade Dark Chocolate Ice Cream - This would be great in ice cream sandwiches!

    Homemade Ice Cream Sandwiches - Easy-to-make chocolate wafers stuffed with your favorite ice cream.

    Ice Cream Truffles - Just a mini scoop of ice cream, a dunk in dark chocolate, and loads and loads of your favorite toppings.

    Cake Batter Popsicles - A mix of ice cream and vanilla cake mix with tons of sprinkles. It's everyone's favorite cake batter flavor in a frozen treat.

    Find lots of delicious and easy dessert recipes right here on 2CM!

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    Chocolate chip ice cream sandwiches scattered on table.

    Chocolate Chip Cookie Ice Cream Sandwiches

    Chocolate Chip Cookie Ice Cream Sandwiches are easy and fun. Moms and kids love baking up fresh cookies and sandwiching them with ice cream. 
    5 from 6 votes
    Print Rate
    Course: Dessert
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 12 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 22 minutes minutes
    Servings: 12 sandwich cookies
    Calories: 173kcal
    Author: Linda Warren

    Equipment

    • Medium Cookie Scoop
    • Cookie sheet

    Ingredients

    • 1 pkg refrigerated chocolate chip cookie dough, or opt to make your own or purchase fresh cookies from the bakery
    • 1 pint ice cream in your favorite flavor (you'll use about 1-½ cups)
    • Garnishes: sprinkles, chocolate chips, candy

    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
    • Using a medium cookie scoop, scoop dough onto an ungreased cookie sheet. Leave about 2" between cookies.
    • Bake 12-13 minutes or until lightly browned. Check the package and follow the directions if different from those above.
    • Let cool on cookie sheet for 2 minutes then remove to wire rack to cool completely.
    • When ready to assemble ice cream sandwiches, take ice cream out of freezer and let soften for about 5 minutes.
    • Scoop ice cream onto the bottom of one cookie. Put more or less depending on how thick you want your ice cream sandwich. Place another cookie on top and gently press together.
    • Immediately roll ice cream edges in sprinkles, chocolate chips, candy, chopped nuts, or coconut.
    • Wrap individually and freeze until ready to eat.

    Notes

    VARIATIONS
    • Use different cookie dough: Chocolate, Funfetti, M&M's, Peanut Butter, Sugar Cookie, White Chocolate Chip, Turtle, and seasonal cookies.
    • Use different ice cream: Chocolate, Cookie Dough, Dulce de Leche (caramel), Mint Chocolate Chip, Peanut Butter, or fruit flavors.
    • Use frozen yogurt or gelato: Lots of flavor options with these too.
    • Use different garnishes: Mini chocolate chips, mini M&M candies, jimmies, sugar pearls, fun-shaped sprinkles, or seasonal sprinkles for holidays.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 173kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 9mg | Sodium: 92mg | Potassium: 72mg | Sugar: 16g | Vitamin A: 70IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 21mg | Iron: 0.3mg

    This post has been updated with step-by-step instructions and more helpful information. It was first published on March 16, 2019.

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    Comments

    1. Chrissy says

      March 16, 2019 at 7:03 pm

      5 stars
      I was looking at this post with my kiddo the other day and he made a special request to have 'em for his birthday today. They were so yummy!!

      Reply
    2. Beth says

      March 16, 2019 at 6:27 pm

      5 stars
      The kids are going to love these! So easy and delicious!

      Reply
    3. Veena Azmanov says

      March 16, 2019 at 2:29 pm

      5 stars
      Ice Cream and Chocolate Chip cookie option is so amazing. Super delicious and yummy.

      Reply
    4. Saima says

      March 16, 2019 at 1:50 pm

      Chocolate chip icecream sandwiches! How fun are these! Nobody in their right minds would pass these up. Making some for the kids!

      Reply
      • Linda Warren says

        March 17, 2019 at 12:07 pm

        Thanks! Don't forget to save one or two for yourself too! 🙂

        Reply
    5. Jill says

      March 16, 2019 at 12:51 pm

      5 stars
      These are perfect for a party. I like how you decorated them. You seriously can't go wrong with the combo of chocolate chips cookies and ice cream!

      Reply
    6. Mary Bostow says

      March 16, 2019 at 12:18 pm

      5 stars
      These look just SO GOOD. Sometimes I forget about ice cream sandwiches, which is so sad because they really one of the best treats. Thanks for the tips!

      Reply
      • Linda Warren says

        March 17, 2019 at 12:08 pm

        I already ate my quota and I have to say they are so good. It's a great recipe to have on hand when the summer heat hits.

        Reply
    7. Julia says

      March 16, 2019 at 11:23 am

      5 stars
      Love this quick and simple recipe! Just wish some of those sandwiches were on my table right now 🙂

      Reply
    5 from 6 votes

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