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4th Of July Firecracker Ice Cream Sandwiches Recipe (Red White & Blue)

Celebrate Independence Day with these vibrant 4th Of July Firecracker Ice Cream Sandwiches! These delightful treats combine colorful red, white, and blue cookies with creamy vanilla ice cream for a festive dessert that's perfect for summer gatherings. Easy to make and even easier to enjoy.
Prep Time40 minutes
Cook Time1 hour 20 minutes
Total Time2 hours
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 420kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tsp almond extract
  • 1/4 cup red food coloring
  • 1/4 cup blue food coloring
  • 1 quart vanilla ice cream, slightly softened
  • 1/2 cup red, white, and blue sprinkles (optional)

Instructions

  • Prep the Dough: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  • Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
  • Add Wet Ingredients: Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract until fully combined.
  • Combine Wet and Dry: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined.
  • Divide the Dough: Divide the dough into three equal portions. Leave one portion plain (white), mix red food coloring into the second portion, and blue food coloring into the third portion until evenly colored.
  • Chill the Dough: Wrap each portion of dough in plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
  • Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • Roll and Cut Cookies: On a lightly floured surface, roll out each portion of dough to about 1/4-inch thickness. Use a 3-inch round cookie cutter to cut out cookies from each colored dough.
  • Bake Cookies: Place the cookies on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 1 inch apart. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  • Assemble Sandwiches: Once cookies are completely cooled, place a scoop of slightly softened vanilla ice cream onto the flat side of a white cookie. Top with a red or blue cookie, pressing gently to spread the ice cream to the edges. Roll the edges in sprinkles if desired.
  • Freeze: Place the assembled ice cream sandwiches on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and freeze for at least 1 hour before serving.

Notes

Pro Tips: Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes to make it easier to handle. Use a cookie scoop for evenly sized cookies. Freeze the assembled sandwiches for 1 hour before serving to prevent melting. For extra sparkle, roll the edges in red, white, and blue sprinkles before freezing.Storage: Store in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 1 week. Place parchment paper between layers to prevent sticking.Variations: Swap vanilla ice cream for strawberry or blueberry for added fruity flavor. Use gluten-free flour for a gluten-free version. Add mini chocolate chips to the cookie dough for extra texture.