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Blueberry Ice Cream Sandwiches

Blueberry Ice Cream Sandwiches: Sweet Summer Bliss Awaits

Enjoy delightful Blueberry Ice Cream Sandwiches, combining creamy ice cream and buttery cookies for a perfect summer treat.
Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 12 minutes
Freezing Time 4 hours
Total Time 5 hours 12 minutes
Servings: 8 sandwiches
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

Blueberry Compote
  • 2 cups Fresh Blueberries Use fresh for the best taste
  • 1/2 cup Sugar Adjust based on the tartness of berries
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Enhances blueberry flavor
Ice Cream Base
  • 2 cups Heavy Cream Use dairy-free alternatives if desired
  • 1 cup Whole Milk Nut or oat milk can be substituted
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Adds aromatic flavor
Cookies
  • 1/2 cup Butter Room temperature for easy creaming
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar Adds moisture to cookies
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar Sweetens cookies
  • 1 large Eggs Binds the cookie dough
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Provides structure
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Leavening agent
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Enhances the flavor

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • Large Mixing Bowl
  • Ice Cream Maker
  • baking sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • airtight container

Method
 

Compote Preparation
  1. In a medium saucepan, combine fresh blueberries, sugar, and lemon juice. Cook over medium heat for about 10 minutes until thickened.
  2. Remove from heat and allow the compote to cool completely before using.
Ice Cream Base Preparation
  1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together heavy cream, whole milk, and vanilla extract until well combined.
  2. Gently fold cooled blueberry compote into the cream mixture.
Churning Ice Cream
  1. Pour the ice cream mixture into an ice cream maker and churn for about 20-25 minutes until it reaches soft-serve consistency.
  2. Transfer churned ice cream to an airtight container and freeze for at least 4 hours.
Cookie Dough Preparation
  1. In a large mixing bowl, cream together softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  2. Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by vanilla extract, then mix in flour, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Chill dough in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
Baking Cookies
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Drop tablespoons of cookie dough onto the baking sheet and bake for 10–12 minutes until edges are golden brown.
  3. Allow cookies to cool completely on the sheet.
Assembling Sandwiches
  1. Scoop blueberry ice cream onto one cookie, top with a second cookie, press down slightly.
  2. Continue until all sandwiches are assembled, then freeze for at least 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These sandwiches are best enjoyed frozen and can be customized with different berries and cookies.

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