Imagine a dessert that combines the nostalgic charm of a classic ice cream sundae with the irresistible crunch of a cookie - sounds like a dream, right? These Ice Cream Sundae Cookie Bites are about to become your new obsession! Perfect for parties, family gatherings, or when you simply want to treat yourself to something extraordinary, these mini delights pack a massive flavor punch that will have everyone begging for more.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 12 mins
Total Time: 22 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 12 cookie bites
Ingredients
- 1 cup cookie dough
- 1/2 cup chocolate sauce
- 1/2 cup whipped cream
- 1/4 cup sprinkles
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts
- Maraschino cherries for topping
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 12-cup mini muffin tin with non-stick cooking spray.
- Take the cookie dough and divide it evenly into 12 equal portions, pressing each portion into the prepared mini muffin cups. Use your fingers to create a small indentation in the center of each cookie dough portion.
- Bake the cookie dough in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers are slightly soft.
- Remove the muffin tin from the oven and allow the cookie bites to cool in the tin for 5 minutes. Gently use a spoon to create deeper indentations in the center of each cookie while they're still warm.
- Once completely cooled, carefully remove the cookie bites from the muffin tin and place them on a serving platter.
- Drizzle each cookie bite with chocolate sauce, creating a decorative pattern.
- Add a dollop of whipped cream to the center of each cookie bite.
- Sprinkle chopped nuts over the whipped cream, covering it partially.
- Generously add colorful sprinkles on top of the whipped cream and nuts.
- Finish each cookie bite by placing a maraschino cherry on the very top center.
- Chill the cookie bites in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes before serving to allow the toppings to set.
- Serve immediately and enjoy these delightful Ice Cream Sundae Cookie Bites!
Tips
- Use room temperature cookie dough for easier molding into mini muffin cups
- Don't overbake - the cookies should be slightly soft in the center for that perfect texture
- Create deeper indentations while the cookies are still warm to ensure a perfect "sundae" shape
- Chill the cookie bites before serving to help toppings set and enhance flavor
- For a gourmet touch, try using homemade chocolate sauce or adding a drizzle of caramel
- Experiment with different nut varieties like almonds or pecans for unique flavor profiles
- Use high-quality maraschino cherries for a more vibrant and delicious topping
Nutrition Facts
Calories: kcal
Carbohydrates: g
Protein: g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: mg
