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These homemade ice cream sandwiches feature dark chocolate and sea salt cookies filled with rich caramel ice cream. Way better than anything youโ€™ve ever bought!

Ah, ice cream sandwiches.

Rich, sweet, frozen, and honestly, the only way to eat ice cream with your hands and not regret it.

But letโ€™s skip the freezer aisle and do it right.

From baking the soft chocolate cookies to churning the velvety caramel ice cream layer, I promise this sea salt caramel ice cream sandwich recipe is worth every step.

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Why You’ll Love This Homemade Ice Cream Sandwiches Recipe

  • This ice cream sandwich recipe combines sea salt, dark chocolate, and rich caramel for an ice cream treat that will never disappoint.
  • You can make these chocolate-caramel ice cream sandwiches in advance for summer BBQs or late-night freezer raids!
  • These sea salt caramel ice cream sandwiches have the best texture! No rock-hard cookies or icy ice cream here.
Homemade Ice Cream Sandwiches Recipe

Ingredients And Substitutions 

Ice cream sandwich cookies:

Dark chocolate chipsThe cookies to use are up to you! Salted caramel ice cream will also go well with peanut butter cookies and classic sugar cookies.

Unsalted butterHelps make the melted chocolate richer and smoother.

All-purpose flourMeasure it correctly to avoid dry cookies! We haven’t tried these cookies with other types of flour.

Baking sodaTo encourage the spreading of the sea salt dark chocolate cookies.

Dutch-process cocoa powderFor a deeper chocolate flavor.

Kosher saltSalt and chocolate? A match made in homemade cookie ice cream sandwich heaven!

EggTo bind the ingredients together.

Granulated sugarFor added sweetness.

Instant espresso powderHelps make the chocolate flavor pop.

Sea salt flakes They add a delightful salty crunch to the ice cream cookie sandwiches.

Salted caramel ice cream:

Salted caramel sauceOur ice cream flavor of choice for these homemade ice cream sandwiches is the scientifically-proven addictive salted caramel!

Whole milkThe base for our creamy ice cream recipe.

Egg yolksLend richness and creaminess to our frozen treat.

Heavy whipping creamFor the best ice cream consistency.

Cookie Ice Cream Sandwich ingredients

Tips For Making This Recipe

Roll in Your Favorite Toppings

Keep that luscious ice cream filling in place, the most delicious way possible, by rolling your sea salt caramel ice cream sandwich in mini chocolate chips, chopped pecans, or chocolate sprinkles!

No Ice Cream Maker? No Problem!

Pour the ice cream mixture into a zip-top bag and squeeze out the excess air. Freeze until solid, then break the ice cream into smaller pieces. Pulse them in a food processor until smooth, transfer the mixture to an airtight container, and freeze.

Freeze Before Serving

You can enjoy this dessert immediately, but to ensure a sturdy cookie ice cream sandwich, I recommend wrapping the salted caramel ice cream sandwich in plastic wrap and freezing it for 1 to 3 hours!

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Sea Salt Caramel Ice Cream Sandwich Recipe FAQs

What pairs well with sea salt caramel?

Sea salt caramel will always be a hit with chocolate, which is our cookie pick for this ice cream sandwich recipe. You can also roll your salted caramel ice cream sandwiches in chopped almonds or make the cookies with vanilla extract or ground cinnamon.

Can I use store-bought ice cream?

Feel free to grab your favorite ice cream flavor from the store for these ice cream sandwiches! Just let it soften for easier spreading when making the sandwiches.

What kind of cookie is on an ice cream sandwich?

Soft, chewy cookies are best for homemade ice cream sandwiches. You don’t want crisp cookies because they’ll harden too much in the freezer.

Why do ice cream sandwiches get soggy?

If the cookies are not firm enough to handle the moisture from the ice cream, your cookie ice cream sandwiches can get soggy.

How do you store homemade ice cream sandwiches?

The best way to store these sea salt caramel ice cream sandwiches is to wrap them individually in plastic wrap and freeze them in a freezer-safe container for up to 2 months.

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Homemade Ice Cream Sandwiches

These homemade ice cream sandwiches feature dark chocolate and sea salt cookies filled with rich caramel ice cream. Way better than anything youโ€™ve ever bought!
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Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Keyword: homemade ice cream sandwiches, sea salt caramel ice cream sandwich
Prep Time: 40 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Additional Time: 3 hours
Total Time: 4 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: 477kcal
Author: Louisa

Instructions

Ice cream sandwich cookies:

  • Preheat the oven to 325ยฐF and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Microwave the chocolate chips and butter in 20-second intervals, stirring between intervals until completely melted and smooth.
    step 2 ice cream sandwich cookies
  • Sift the dry ingredients together. Set aside.
    step 3a ice cream sandwich cookies
  • In another bowl, combine the egg and sugar.
    step 4 ice cream sandwich cookies
  • Whisk in the melted chocolate mixture until combined.
    step 5 ice cream sandwich cookies
  • Fold in the flour mixture with a spatula.
    step 6b ice cream sandwich cookies
  • Scoop out the cookie dough. Place the cookies on the prepared baking sheet about 2 inches apart. Top them with sea salt flakes.
    step 7 ice cream sandwich cookies
  • Bake the sea salt chocolate cookies for 13 to 15 minutes or until their tops are cracked.
    step 8 ice cream sandwich cookies
  • Allow the cookies to cool.

Salted caramel ice cream:

  • Pour the caramel sauce into a saucepan. Heat over medium heat.
  • Once warm, add the milk and whisk until incorporated.
    step 2 Salted caramel ice cream
  • Whisk the egg yolks in a bowl. Slowly drizzle in 1/2 cup of the caramel mixture. Mix continuously to temper the yolks.
    step 3 Salted caramel ice cream
  • Add the tempered yolks to the remaining caramel mixture in the saucepan.
  • Continue cooking the custard over medium heat for 5 to 15 minutes, stirring constantly until it thickens. Once it’s thick enough to coat the back of a spoon, strain the custard through a sieve.
  • Add the heavy cream. Stir to combine.
  • Transfer the salted caramel ice cream mixture to a container. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or, much better, overnight.
    step 7 Salted caramel ice cream
  • Churn the ice cream in the ice cream maker forย 25 to 30 minutes, or until it is similar to soft-serve ice cream.
    step 8 Salted caramel ice cream
  • Transfer the ice cream to a container, cover it, and freeze for at least 2 hours.
  • To assemble a cookie ice cream sandwich, flip a cookie over and top with a scoop of salted caramel ice cream. Spread the ice cream evenly towards the edges of the cookie.
    step 10 Salted caramel ice cream
  • Top with another chocolate cookie, then press the sea salt caramel ice cream sandwich together. Continue with the rest of the cookies and ice cream.
    step 11 Salted caramel ice cream
  • Return the ice cream sandwiches to the freezer. Freeze for 1 hour to firm up before serving. Enjoy!

Notes

  • Keep that luscious ice cream filling in place, the most delicious way possible, by rolling your sea salt caramel ice cream sandwich in mini chocolate chips, chopped pecans, or chocolate sprinkles!
  • Pour the ice cream mixture into a zip-top bag and squeeze out the excess air. Freeze until solid, then break the ice cream into smaller pieces. Pulse them in a food processor until smooth, transfer the mixture to an airtight container, and freeze.
  • You can enjoy this dessert immediately, but to ensure a sturdy cookie ice cream sandwich, I recommend wrapping the salted caramel ice cream sandwich in plastic wrap and freezing it for 1 to 3 hours!

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 477kcal | Carbohydrates: 51g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 28g | Saturated Fat: 18g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 217mg | Sodium: 213mg | Potassium: 365mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 37g | Vitamin A: 933IU | Vitamin C: 0.3mg | Calcium: 209mg | Iron: 2mg

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