Ingredients with Measurements:
- 6 glazed donuts
- 6 slices of bacon
- 1 pint of vanilla ice cream
- 1/4 cup of maple syrup
Special equipment needed:
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Skillet
- Ice cream scoop
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
3. Place the bacon slices on the baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until crispy.
4. Remove the bacon from the oven and let it cool.
5. Cut the donuts in half horizontally.
6. Scoop a generous amount of vanilla ice cream onto the bottom half of each donut.
7. Drizzle maple syrup over the ice cream.
8. Place a slice of bacon on top of the ice cream.
9. Place the top half of the donut on top of the bacon to make a sandwich.
10. Repeat with the remaining donuts.
11. Freeze the sandwiches for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 20 minutes
Temperature:
Oven temperature: 375°F
Serving size:
6 servings
Nutritional information:
Calories: 420
Fat: 20g
Carbohydrates: 54g
Protein: 8g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Glazed donuts can be substituted with plain donuts or cinnamon sugar donuts.
- Vanilla ice cream can be substituted with any other flavor of ice cream.
- Maple syrup can be substituted with honey or caramel sauce.
Variations:
- Use chocolate glazed donuts instead of glazed donuts.
- Use chocolate or strawberry ice cream instead of vanilla ice cream.
- Use candied bacon instead of regular bacon.
Tips and tricks:
- Let the ice cream soften for a few minutes before scooping it onto the donuts.
- Use a sharp knife to cut the donuts in half.
- Use a spatula to transfer the sandwiches to the freezer.
Storage instructions:
Store the sandwiches in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 1 week.
Reheating instructions:
Remove the sandwiches from the freezer and let them sit at room temperature for 5-10 minutes before serving.
Presentation ideas:
Serve the sandwiches on a platter with a drizzle of maple syrup and a sprinkle of bacon bits.
Garnishes:
Garnish the sandwiches with a sprinkle of powdered sugar or chopped nuts.
Pairings:
Serve the sandwiches with a cup of hot coffee or a glass of cold milk.
Suggested side dishes:
Serve the sandwiches with a side of fresh fruit or a small salad.
Troubleshooting advice:
If the ice cream is too hard to scoop, let it sit at room temperature for a few minutes before scooping it onto the donuts.
Food safety advice:
Make sure to cook the bacon until it is crispy to avoid any risk of foodborne illness.
Food history:
Donut ice cream sandwiches have been a popular dessert in the United States since the 1950s.
Flavor profiles:
The combination of sweet and salty flavors makes these sandwiches a delicious and unique dessert.
Serving suggestions:
Serve the sandwiches as a fun and creative dessert at a party or barbecue.
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Taste: Sweet, Savory, Salty, Creamy, Maple, Bacon, Maple-Flavored, Bacon-Flavored