The heat has arrived, so it’s time to bring out the summer treats. There is no better ending to a long hot day down at the lake than a refreshingly cold ice cream sandwich. These amazingly delicious recipes will have you cooled down in no time.
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15 ways to make the ultimate ice cream sandwich this summer
Blueberry Pie Ice Cream Sandwiches
There is a reason why pie often comes with ice cream à la mode: it's a match made in heaven. This recipe takes things one step further by inserting the ice cream directly into the pie—delicious and practical. Recipe: honestlyyum.com
Strawberry Shortcake Ice Cream Sandwiches
These delicate treats are perfect for afternoon tea or bridal showers. You can use store-bought ice cream and incorporate farm fresh strawberries for added appeal. Recipe: pintsizedbaker.com
Chai Ginger Ice Cream Sandwiches
With gluten-free vegan ginger cookies and vegan chai ice cream, these sweet, creamy, and spicy delights will impress even your most picky (and dietary-restrictive) eaters. Recipe: minimalistbaker.com
Chocolate Dipped Peanut Butter and Oreo Mocha Ice Cream Sandwiches
This recipe combines every amazing ice cream sandwich flavour into one delicious dessert amalgamation. With chocolate, cookies and cream, peanut butter, coffee, and ice cream, there is something to soothe all possible cravings. Recipe: halfbakedharvest.com
Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Ice Cream Sandwiches
Cravings for cookie dough can immediately be remedied by keeping a batch of these squares in the freezer. The outer cookie layer is perfectly soft, and you can use any ice cream flavour in the middle. Recipe: melskitchencafe.com
Chocolate-Dipped Coffee Ice Cream Glazed Doughnut Sandwiches
And you thought dipping a honey-glazed doughnut into your morning coffee was delicious? This ice cream sandwich has the same amazing taste but with a melted chocolate bonus. Recipe: tastespotting.com
Brown Sugar Bacon Ice Cream Sandwiches
You won’t have to fire up the stove to satisfy your bacon craving with this yummy recipe. It’s the perfect treat for a hot and lazy summer day. Recipe: iamafoodblog.com
Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream Sandwiches
Delightful mint ice cream is combined with brownie-inspired cookies in this refreshing creation. Go ahead and use mint chip yogurt if you’re looking for a healthier (but no less delicious) alternative. Recipe: Recipe: trueaimeducation.com
Healthy Ice Cream Sandwiches
Not all ice cream sandwiches have to be bad for you! These gluten, dairy, and guilt-free treats claim to be the healthiest ice cream sandwiches you’ll ever eat. Recipe: forkandbeans.com
Butterbeer Ice Cream Sandwiches
This is an amazing treat for all the Harry Potter fans out there. The light and fluffy shortbread combined with the richness of butterscotch ice cream is enough to make any muggle ask for seconds. Recipe: cherryteacakes.com
Lemon Ice Cream Sandwiches with Raspberry Swirl
Fresh lemon ice cream and delicious raspberry compote are sandwiched between two light blondie cookies to create this tart and sweet dessert. These treats prove that you don’t have to make things from scratch to impress. Recipe: stickygooeycreamychewy.com
Peanut Butter Jelly Ice Cream Sandwiches with Rosemary and Marionberry
In this unique recipe rosemary, marionberries, peanut butter cookies, and ice cream are all combined to create some very impressive sandwiches. Assembly is time consuming but completely worth it—you’ll be hard-pressed to find another treat like it. Recipe: dessertsforbreakfast.com
Peanut Butter Cup Ice Cream Sandwiches
This one is a real crowd pleaser with soft peanut butter cookies, creamy chocolate ice cream, and a salty peanut crunch. Recipe: handletheheat.com
Red Velvet Ice Cream Sandwiches
These colourful treats would be perfect for Canada Day (especially with some white shortbread cookies). The rich red velvet ice cream (made with vodka and cream cheese!) is sandwiched between soft chocolate sugar cookies for one devastating dessert. Recipe: floatingkitchen.net
Waffle Ice Cream Sandwiches
And finally—the one you’ve all been waiting for—the easiest ice cream sandwich recipe! Simply toast two waffles to perfection, put a scoop of ice cream between them and voila: warm, sweet, gooey deliciousness. Recipe: passthesushi.com
