Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp peppermint extract
- 1 cup mint chocolate chip ice cream
Special equipment needed:
- Mixing bowls
- Electric mixer
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Ice cream scoop
- Plastic wrap
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. In another mixing bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and peppermint extract.
5. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until just combined.
6. Using a cookie scoop, drop the dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
7. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set and the centers are slightly soft.
8. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
9. Once the cookies are cool, scoop a generous amount of mint chocolate chip ice cream onto the bottom of one cookie.
10. Top with another cookie, bottom side down, and press gently to sandwich the ice cream.
11. Wrap each ice cream sandwich tightly in plastic wrap and freeze for at least 1 hour before serving.
- Time:
Preparation time: 20 minutes
- Cooking time: 10-12 minutes
- Freezing time: 1 hour
Temperature:
- Oven temperature: 350°F
Serving size:
- Makes 6-8 ice cream sandwiches
Nutritional information:
- Calories per serving: 350
- Total fat: 18g
- Saturated fat: 11g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
- Sodium: 190mg
- Total carbohydrates: 45g
- Dietary fiber: 3g
- Sugars: 30g
- Protein: 5g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Gluten-free flour can be used instead of all-purpose flour for a gluten-free version.
- Any flavor of ice cream can be used instead of mint chocolate chip.
Variations:
- Add chopped nuts or chocolate chips to the cookie dough for added texture.
- Use different flavors of ice cream to create a variety of ice cream sandwiches.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure the ice cream is softened before scooping onto the cookies.
- Freeze the ice cream sandwiches for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the ice cream to firm up.
Storage instructions:
- Store the ice cream sandwiches in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 1 week.
Reheating instructions:
- Allow the ice cream sandwiches to thaw for a few minutes before serving.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve the ice cream sandwiches on a platter with a sprinkle of cocoa powder or crushed peppermint candies.
Garnishes:
- Crushed peppermint candies or chocolate chips can be sprinkled on top of the ice cream sandwiches.
Pairings:
- Serve with a glass of cold milk or a cup of hot cocoa.
Suggested side dishes:
- Fresh fruit or a side salad can be served alongside the ice cream sandwiches.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the cookies spread too much during baking, chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking.
- If the ice cream is too hard to scoop, let it sit at room temperature for a few minutes to soften.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to wash your hands and all utensils before preparing the recipe.
- Store the ice cream sandwiches in the freezer at or below 0°F to prevent bacterial growth.
Food history:
- Ice cream sandwiches were first introduced in the United States in the early 1900s.
Flavor profiles:
- Mint chocolate chip ice cream is cool and refreshing with a hint of mint, while the chocolate cookies are rich and chocolatey.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve the ice cream sandwiches as a dessert or a sweet snack.
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Taste: Sweet, Minty, Chocolatey, Creamy