Dairy Free Ice Cream Sandwiches (Gluten Free too)

Does anyone else have an obsession with cold and refreshing Dairy Free Ice Cream Sandwiches? The combination of frozen chocolate chip cookies sandwiching ice cream is unbeatable.

I mean it's only June, and my family is already complaining about the heat. Mind you we live in Montana and have only had one day above 90 degrees.

But, we know what's to come over the next few months. And nothing beats cooling off with frozen ice cream sandwiches.

Really-- what is better then ice cream sandwiched between two chocolate chip cookies on a hot, summer day?

The recipe card below will yield you 7 homemade sandwiches.

Speaking from experience these mega frozen treats are easy to prepare in a larger batch too.

I prefer to bake a double batch of my soft chocolate chip cookie recipe to make 14 gluten and dairy free sandwiches.

For this recipe feel free to use my cookie recipe, your favorite cookie recipe or even store bought cookies like the Chocolate Chip Cookies from Sweet Loren's which are free from the Top 14 Allergens including gluten, dairy, soy, egg, peanut, and more.

Either way, after the cookies have been baked and cooled, place them in the freezer to harden.

I find it's easier to place the ice cream on hard, frozen cookies.

Next, let's talk gluten and dairy free ice cream.

The brand So Delicious tends to be favored by many. We have also really been liking this Fronen brand of dessert as it's made with only 4 ingredients and none of them have gluten, dairy, soy, or refined sugar.

Other flavors of ice cream would be delicious too. Try chocolate chip cookie dough from So Delicious.

Using your go-to ice cream, you can either generously spread the ice cream between two cookies and return to the freezer, or you can place semi-soft ice cream in a 9 x 9 inch pan.

Then using an angled icing spatula smooth ice cream. After the ice cream is smooth and evenly placed, move it to the freezer for a couple of hours.

Next use a round cookie cutter cut out ice cream rounds and sandwich between two cookies of similar size.

Return to the freezer until ready to enjoy. If you're preparing a double batch of this recipe, use a 9 x 13 inch pan for the ice cream.

Homemade Ice Cream Sandwiches Ingredients

• cookies-- 14 frozen cookies of similar size and shape. Bake a double batch of our soft chocolate chip cookie recipe, use your own favorite gluten free dairy free cookie recipe, or store bought cookies.
• ice cream-- 2 pints of your favorite dairy free ice cream. So Delicious is a favorite around here, but I shared another above and you can use any one that you enjoy that's safe.
• optional extras-- mini chocolate chips, sprinkles, crushed peanut butter cups, or crushed oreo-style sandwich cookies to roll the edges in.

How to Make Dairy Free Ice Cream Sandwiches

1. Line a 9x9 inch baking dish with parchment paper.
2. Spread the slightly softened ice cream into the dish and smooth it into an even layer with an angled icing spatula.
3. Place the dish in the freezer overnight, or for several hours, until the ice cream is firm.
4. Remove the parchment paper from the dish and use a round cookie cutter to press out 14 ice cream rounds.
5. Sandwich each ice cream round between 2 frozen cookies of similar size.
6. Optional: roll the edges of each sandwich in sprinkles, mini chocolate chips, or your favorite crushed add-ins.
7. Return the finished sandwiches to the freezer until ready to enjoy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I make these ahead of time?

Yes! That's actually the whole point of this recipe -- these dairy free ice cream sandwiches are meant to be made ahead and kept in the freezer, ready whenever a craving hits.

Can I double this recipe?

Yes, if doubling, use a parchment-lined 9x13 inch baking dish for the ice cream rounds and 2 quarts of dairy free ice cream instead of 2 pints.

What else can I add to these?

Get creative with mix-ins and toppings -- crushed chocolate chunks, oreo-style sandwich cookie crumbs, crushed peppermint candies, or festive sprinkles all work great rolled onto the edges or mixed right into the ice cream.

How should I store these?

Store the sandwiches in an airtight container or freezer bag in the freezer for up to 2 weeks.

Dairy Free Gluten Free Ice Cream Sandwich Variations

• Roll frozen sandwiches into sprinkles (this brand sells gluten and dairy free sprinkles that are also dye free) or mini chocolate chips from Enjoy Life
• Another festive idea is to dip the bottom of cookies in melted dairy free chocolate chips. Then allow to harden before placing ice cream between cookies. Or use some chocolate ganache.
• Adding crushed allergen friendly add-ins to your ice cream such as chocolate chunks, oreo sandwich cookies crumbs, homemade peanut butter cups, or peppermint candies.
• Adding festive sprinkles to your ice cream sandwiches is always a hit. We like using Sweets Indeed Sprinkles and Supernatural Sprinkles, both are available on Amazon. The Supernatural allergen statement is here.
• Try drizzling melted chocolate chips across cookie tops and freezing before placing ice cream between the layers.
• Swap out your chocolate chip cookies for Double Chocolate Chip Cookies, Chocolate White Chocolate Chip Cookies, Sugar Cookies, or even Peanut Butter Cookies instead.

More Gluten Free and Dairy Free Desserts

• energy bites-- these are the best summer snacks. They're easy to make, combine yummy flavors, and will fill you up.
• grilled shish kabobs-- another family favorite. We use the recipe year round-- even on Christmas day. You'll find this marinade mouthwatering.
• chocolate cream pie-- nothing screams decadent dessert like this chocolate pie. You won't believe this is gluten and dairy free.
• lemon streusel bars-- these bars are a delicious treat. You'll enjoy every bite of this lemon filling sandwiched between an amazing streusel topping.

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