Homemade Carrot Cake Ice Cream Sandwiches: Who doesn’t love a delicious ice cream sandwich on a hot summer day? But have you ever tried a homemade carrot cake ice cream sandwich? Yes, you heard that right. This delectable treat combines the sweet and tangy flavors of carrot cake with creamy vanilla ice cream, all sandwiched between two soft cookies. Trust me, it’s a game-changer. From the perfect cake recipe to the best ice cream flavors to pair it with, we’ve got you covered. Get ready to satisfy your sweet tooth and impress your taste buds. Let’s get scooping!

Transform your favorite cake into an ice cold refreshing ice cream sandwich. This ice cream sandwich starts with delicious chewy Carrot Cake Cookies and are filled with cold and creamy vanilla ice cream. But the deliciousness doesn’t stop there. Next you roll your ice cream sandwich in a combination of toasted coconut and chopped nuts. The cookies are made with tons of freshly shredded carrots, oats, brown sugar and a touch of cinnamon. What better way to make the perfect Carrot Cake Ice Cream Sandwich?

How to Make Carrot Cake Ice Cream Sandwiches

Homemade Carrot Cake Ice Cream Sandwiches

CARROT CAKE ICE CREAM SANDWICHES INGREDIENT LIST-full printable recipe below in recipe card

CARROT CAKE COOKIES INGREDIENT LIST

1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
1 1/2 cups light brown sugar, packed
2 large eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
3 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
2 cups finely grated carrot

ICE CREAM SANDWICH INGREDIENT LIST

vanilla ice cream
toasted coconut (instructions below)
chopped pecans or nuts of your choice

HOW TO MAKE CARROT CAKE COOKIES INSTRUCTIONS

Preheat oven to 350°.Line two cookie sheets with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl whip together the butter, brown sugar, eggs and vanilla until light and creamy.
In a medium bowl stir together the flour, cinnamon baking soda and salt.
Gradually add flour mixture to butter mixture, beating until combined.
Mix in the oats and carrots.
Use an ice cream scoop and drop mounds of cookie dough on prepared pans.
Bake 20 to 25 minutes.
Slide parchment paper with cookies onto the counter to cool.

HOW TO MAKE ICE CREAM SANDWICHES

On the flat side of the cookie, place a scoop of ice cream.
Using the slat side of another cookie, press ice cream until it reaches the edges of the cookie.
Combine chopped nuts and toasted coconut.
Roll ice cream sandwich in the toasted coconut and nut mixture.
Place in freezer until ready to serve.

How to Toast Coconut

Preheat oven to 350°. Pour coconut onto a baking pan with a rim. Bake 10 minutes or until some of the coconut is golden brown; stirring ever 2 minutes. Take out of the oven and on the counter to cool completely.

Alternative Ice Cream Flavors

PINEAPPLE SHERBET: Some carrot cake recipes have pineapple in the ingredients. I think using pineapple sherbet would not only be delicious but also unexpected.
CINNAMON ICE CREAM: The cinnamon will compliment the cinnamon in the cookies.
COCONUT SHERBET: The sherbet will add another layer of coconut flavor.
RUM RAISIN ICE CREAM: Haagen Dazs makes a delicious rum raisin ice cream.
BUTTER PECAN: With just the right amount of sweetness and a wonderful pecan flavor.

How to Store Homemade Ice Cream Sandwiches:

Put ice cream sandwiches in a freezer safe airtight container. Place a small piece of parchment paper or wax paper between each sandwich. This will help keep the sandwiches from sticking together. Will stay fresh frozen up to 3 months.

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In conclusion, homemade carrot cake ice cream sandwiches are a delicious and fun twist on a classic dessert. With the right ingredients and a little bit of creativity, anyone can create these tasty treats in the comfort of their own kitchen. From the moist and flavorful carrot cake cookies to the creamy and indulgent ice cream filling, these sandwiches are sure to be a hit with friends and family. So why not give it a try and experience the joy of making and enjoying your own homemade carrot cake ice cream sandwiches? Go ahead, get in the kitchen, and unleash your inner chef with these irresistible ice cream sandwiches. Keep exploring new flavors and combinations and keep the conversation going – because when it comes to homemade treats, the possibilities are endless. Bon appétit!💗Sheryl

Homemade Carrot Cake Ice Cream Sandwiches

Yield: Makes 29 Mini Ice Cream Sandwiches

Everything you love about carrot cake in cookie form, with your favorite vanilla ice cream, rolled in toasted coconut.

Ingredients

For the Carrot Cake Cookies

1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
1 ½ cups light brown sugar, packed
2 large eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
3½ cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
2 cups finely grated carrot

For the Ice Cream Sandwich:

vanilla ice cream (your favorite)
toasted coconut (instructions below)
chopped pecans or nut of your choice

Instructions

For the Carrot Cake Cookies:

Preheat oven to 350°.
Line two cookie sheets with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl whip together the butter, brown sugar, eggs and vanilla until light and creamy.
In a medium bowl stir together the flour, cinnamon baking soda and salt.
Gradually add flour mixture to butter mixture, beating until combined.
Mix in the oats and carrots.
Use an ice cream scoop and drop mounds of cookie dough on prepared pans.
Bake 20 to 25 minutes.
Slide parchment paper with cookies onto the counter to cool.

How to Make Carrot Cake Ice Cream Sandwiches

On the flat side of the cookie, place a scoop of ice cream.
Using the slat side of another cookie, press ice cream until it reaches the edges of the cookie.
Combine chopped nuts and toasted coconut.
Roll ice cream sandwich in the toasted coconut and nut mixture.
Place in freezer until ready to serve.

How to Toast Coconut:

Preheat oven to 350°.
Pour coconut onto a baking pan with a rim.
Bake 10 minutes or until some of the coconut is golden brown; stirring ever 2 minutes.
Take out of the oven and on the counter to cool completely.

How to Store Homemade Ice Cream Sandwiches:

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