Spiced Apple Oatmeal Cookie Ice Cream Sandwiches

These spiced apple oatmeal cookie ice cream sandwiches are a perfect sweet treat for any occasion. The spiced apple oatmeal cookies are soft and chewy, filled with warm flavors of cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. Sandwiched between these delicious cookies is a generous scoop of creamy vanilla ice cream, creating the ultimate frozen dessert. Whether you're looking to satisfy your sweet tooth or impress guests at a party, these ice cream sandwiches are sure to do the trick. Enjoy them on a hot summer day or indulge in them any time of year!

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup old-fashioned oats
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 1/2 cups diced apples
• 1 pint vanilla ice cream

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, oats, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and salt.
3. In a separate large bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
6. Fold in the diced apples until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
7. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
8. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
9. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
10. Once the cookies are completely cooled, take a scoop of vanilla ice cream and place it on the flat side of one cookie.
11. Top with another cookie, flat side down, and gently press together to create a sandwich.
12. Repeat with the remaining cookies and ice cream.
13. If desired, roll the edges of the ice cream sandwiches in crushed nuts or sprinkles.
14. Place the ice cream sandwiches in the freezer for at least 2 hours to firm up before serving.
15. Serve and enjoy!

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