These Tropical Ice Cream Sandwiches are the perfect treat for hot summer days. Made with delicious homemade ice cream infused with tropical flavors, sandwiched between soft and chewy cookies, these frozen treats are a refreshing delight. They are easy to make and can be customized with your favorite tropical fruits and flavors. Whether you're enjoying them by the pool or at a summer party, these ice cream sandwiches are sure to be a hit.
Ingredients
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 2 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1 cup diced fresh pineapple
- 1 cup diced mango
- 1/2 cup shredded coconut
- 24 soft and chewy cookies (such as sugar cookies or oatmeal cookies)
Directions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the heavy cream, whole milk, sugar, and vanilla extract. Mix well until the sugar is dissolved.
- Stir in the mashed bananas, diced pineapple, diced mango, and shredded coconut. Mix until well combined.
- Pour the mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions.
- Once the ice cream is ready, transfer it to a container and freeze for at least 2 hours until firm.
- To assemble the ice cream sandwiches, place a scoop of the tropical ice cream onto the bottom of a cookie. Top with another cookie and gently press down to create a sandwich.
- Repeat with the remaining cookies and ice cream.
- Serve immediately or wrap each sandwich individually in plastic wrap and freeze for later enjoyment.
Interesting Facts
The combination of bananas, pineapple, and mango gives the ice cream a tropical twist.
You can experiment with different fruit combinations to create your own unique flavors.
These ice cream sandwiches can be made ahead of time and stored in the freezer for up to a month.