Homemade Waffle Ice Cream Sandwiches Recipe
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Additional Time
10 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
8 Sandwiches
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Calories
501 kcal
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Course
Dessert
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Cuisine
North American
Homemade Waffle Ice Cream Sandwiches Recipe
Description
This recipe produces light, crisp waffles that are thinner than Belgian waffles, creating an ideal base for ice cream sandwiches. The batter is made by whisking eggs and then adding dry ingredients and liquids to form a smooth consistency. Cooking the waffles in a preheated, non-stick waffle iron yields golden brown results with a texture that holds up well when sandwiched with ice cream.
After cooling the waffles to room temperature to prevent melting, generous scoops of your favorite ice cream are placed between two waffles. Adding optional ice cream toppings inside the sandwich allows customization. The sandwiches can be wrapped and stored in the freezer for up to a month, making them convenient for make-ahead treats.
These ice cream sandwiches offer texture contrast between the crisp waffle and creamy ice cream. They are suitable for summer desserts, parties, or anytime a handheld frozen indulgence is desired. Freezing the sandwiches well ensures they maintain their shape and texture, while wrapping prevents freezer burn.
The recipe notes recommend individually wrapping each sandwich and storing them in an airtight container or freezer bag. This helps preserve freshness and space in the freezer. Using a mini waffle iron or cutting larger waffles to the desired size allows customization to your preferences.
Ingredients
For the Batter
- 2 egg large
- 2 Cups all-purpose flour
- 1 3/4 cup milk
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons white sugar
- 4 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Sandwiches
- 6 cups Ice cream your favorite
- ice cream toppings your favorite
Instructions
- Whisk eggs in a large bowl until fluffy (you can either hand mix or use a mixer).
- Add the dry ingredients: flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Then, add the vanilla, milk, and vegetable oil. Mix until smooth.
- Preheat your regular waffle iron. You can use a Belgian waffle iron, but we have found that Belgian waffles make these ice cream sandwiches too bready and not as good as a regular waffle, which is thinner and crisper).
- Spray the preheated waffle iron with non-stick cooking spray.
- Pour the appropriate amount of batter into your waffle maker and cook to your desired crispiness or until golden brown.
- Set the cooked waffles aside to cool to room temperature. To make the perfect-sized waffles, I recommend this inexpensive mini waffle iron on Amazon. However, if you have a larger waffle iron, you can always use that and then cut the waffles to the desired sandwich size.
- Take two waffles and add 3/4 cup of your favorite ice cream onto one waffle. Place the other waffle on top and gently press down until the ice cream is evenly distributed between the waffles. Then, garnish the outside with your desired toppings.
- After you have created your desired Waffle Ice Cream Sandwich, place a piece of parchment paper on a plate and transfer it to the freezer for the ice cream to firm, about 10-15 minutes.
- After the ice cream has firmed, serve and enjoy!
Notes
- Store individual waffle ice cream sandwiches wrapped tightly to prevent freezer burn, up to one month.
- Cool waffles to room temperature before assembling sandwiches to avoid melting ice cream prematurely.
- Use a mini waffle iron or cut larger waffles to your preferred size for neat sandwiches.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8Sandwiches
Amount Per Serving
Calories 501 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 501kcal | 25% |
| Carbohydrates | 53g | 18% |
| Protein | 10g | 20% |
| Fat | 28g | 43% |
| Saturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 9g | 53% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Trans Fat | 0.1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 91mg | 30% |
| Sodium | 400mg | 17% |
| Potassium | 327mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 27g | 54% |
| Vitamin A | 563IU | 11% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 321mg | 32% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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