Waffle Ice Cream Sandwich
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Waffle Ice Cream Sandwich
Description
The dessert is assembled by spreading slightly thawed vanilla ice cream onto one waffle, topping it with a second waffle, and pressing lightly to form a sandwich. The sides are then pressed into colored sprinkles for added texture and visual appeal. These sandwiches are frozen for several hours to firm up, making them easier to slice and serve.
Waffles can be made from scratch using a batter of flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, buttermilk, eggs, vanilla, and melted butter, cooked in a waffle iron and cooled completely before use. Alternatively, frozen waffles can be used directly without thawing. The cinnamon and buttermilk give the waffles a flavorful, tender crumb that complements the creamy ice cream well.
Waffle Ice Cream Sandwiches make a playful treat that can be prepared ahead and stored wrapped individually for freshness. Using an offset spatula helps spread softened ice cream evenly. The contrast between the crisp waffle exterior and smooth ice cream center offers a balanced texture and taste experience that serves well as an after-meal dessert or a treat on warm days.
Ingredients
For Waffle Ice Cream Sandwich Recipe:
- 2 cups vanilla ice cream 300 g
- ¼ cup colored sprinkles 34 g
- 8 waffle frozen
For Homemade Buttermilk Waffles:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour 272g
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 ¾ cups buttermilk 420g
- 2 egg large
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup unsalted butter 113g, melted
Instructions
To Make Waffle Ice Cream Sandwich Recipe:
- Set ice cream out for 20 minutes to allow it to thaw a bit.
- Spread ice cream onto one side of the waffle and place the other waffle on top.
- Coat the sides of each sandwich with colorful sprinkles.
- Freeze for 3-4 hours.
- When you are ready to serve, cut sandwiches lengthwise and enjoy!
To Make Buttermilk Waffles:
- Preheat your waffle iron.
- In a large mixing bowl, stir together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Pour in the buttermilk, eggs, vanilla extract, and melted butter into the dry ingredients bowl. Stir until well combined.
- Add one portion of the batter into the preheated waffle iron and cook according to the waffle iron manufacturer's directions.
- When the waffles are cool, prepare the sandwiches as directed.
Notes
- Freeze waffles before assembling to help them hold their shape.
- No need to thaw frozen waffles before spreading the ice cream.
- Soften ice cream to room temperature briefly to spread it evenly using an offset spatula.
- Prepare waffles ahead and store in the refrigerator or freezer until ready to use.
- Wrap individual sandwiches in plastic wrap or freezer paper to maintain freshness during storage.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 362 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 362kcal | 18% |
| Carbohydrates | 41g | 14% |
| Protein | 8g | 16% |
| Fat | 19g | 29% |
| Saturated Fat | 11g | 55% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Trans Fat | 0.5g | 25% |
| Cholesterol | 92mg | 31% |
| Sodium | 263mg | 11% |
| Potassium | 342mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 16g | 32% |
| Vitamin A | 640IU | 13% |
| Vitamin C | 0.2mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 184mg | 18% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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