Get ready to experience a mind-blowing dessert that combines the warm, spicy kick of ginger molasses cookies with the creamy coolness of vanilla ice cream! These aren't just ordinary ice cream sandwiches - they're a culinary adventure that will transport your taste buds to a world of incredible flavor and texture. Perfect for summer gatherings, family desserts, or when you simply want to treat yourself to something extraordinary, these Ginger Molasses Ice Cream Sandwiches are about to become your new obsession.
Prep Time: 30 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 45 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 12 sandwiches
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup molasses
- 1 large egg
- 1 pint vanilla ice cream
Instructions
- Prepare the dry ingredients by sifting together flour, baking soda, ground ginger, ground cinnamon, ground cloves, and salt in a medium mixing bowl. Set aside.
- In a large stand mixer, cream the softened butter and brown sugar together until light and fluffy, approximately 3-4 minutes on medium speed.
- Add molasses and egg to the butter mixture, mixing until fully incorporated and smooth.
- Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until a soft dough forms. Do not overmix.
- Wrap the cookie dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 1 hour to firm up and allow flavors to develop.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Roll out the chilled dough to 1/4-inch thickness and cut into 24 equal-sized rectangular or round shapes.
- Place cookies on prepared baking sheets, leaving 2 inches between each cookie.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are lightly golden and centers are set. Allow cookies to cool completely on wire racks.
- Remove vanilla ice cream from freezer and let soften slightly for easy spreading.
- Spread a generous scoop of softened vanilla ice cream between two cooled cookies, creating a sandwich.
- Wrap each ice cream sandwich individually in plastic wrap and freeze for at least 1 hour before serving.
- For best results, serve chilled and consume within 3-4 days of preparation.
Tips
- Chill Out: Always refrigerate the cookie dough for at least an hour. This helps prevent spreading and ensures a perfect cookie texture.
- Uniform is Key: Use a ruler or cookie cutter to create evenly sized cookies for picture-perfect sandwiches.
- Ice Cream Softening Hack: Let the ice cream sit at room temperature for 5-10 minutes before assembling sandwiches to make spreading easier.
- Make Ahead Friendly: These can be prepared in advance and stored in the freezer, making them perfect for meal prep or unexpected guests.
- Flavor Variations: Experiment with different ice cream flavors like cinnamon, salted caramel, or even a ginger-infused ice cream for an extra flavor punch.
- Storage Tip: Wrap each sandwich individually in plastic wrap to prevent freezer burn and maintain optimal taste and texture.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 350kcal
Carbohydrates: 45g
Protein: 4g
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 11g
Cholesterol: 65mg