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If you're searching for a dessert that beautifully marries the rich, nutty flavor of peanut butter with the cool, creamy texture of ice cream, look no further than Crunchy Peanut Butter Cookie Ice Cream Sandwiches. This indulgent treat is perfect for any occasion, from casual weeknight desserts to festive gatherings during the summer months. Imagine biting into a perfectly baked peanut butter cookie, its crunchy edges giving way to a luscious scoop of ice cream, creating a harmonious blend of flavors and textures.

Peanut Butter Cookie Ice Cream Sandwiches

Dive into a delightful dessert experience with Crunchy Peanut Butter Cookie Ice Cream Sandwiches. This indulgent treat combines rich peanut butter cookies with creamy ice cream for a perfect flavor balance. Customize with your favorite ice cream flavors and add mix-ins for extra excitement. Our step-by-step guide takes you through preparing the cookies, assembling the sandwiches, and enhancing them with fun coatings. Enjoy this refreshing dessert at your next gathering or as a sweet treat at home!
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Ingredients
  

For the Peanut Butter Cookies:

1 cup creamy peanut butter

1 cup granulated sugar

1 large egg

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

½ teaspoon baking soda

½ teaspoon salt

For the Ice Cream Filling:

2 cups vanilla ice cream (or peanut butter ice cream for a nuttier flavor)

Optional: ½ cup chopped peanuts or chocolate chips for delightful texture

For Coating:

½ cup chopped peanuts (or your choice of sprinkles, chocolate chips, etc.)

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Instructions
 

Preheat the Oven: Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare two baking sheets by lining them with parchment paper to prevent sticking.

    Make the Cookie Dough: In a large mixing bowl, blend together the creamy peanut butter and granulated sugar until the mixture is smooth and well combined. Add in the egg, vanilla extract, baking soda, and salt, then mix thoroughly until all ingredients are incorporated and the dough is uniform.

      Shape the Cookies: Using a tablespoon, scoop out portions of dough and roll them into balls. Place each ball onto the prepared baking sheets, ensuring they are spaced about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading during baking. Gently flatten each ball with a fork to create a crisscross pattern on top.

        Bake Cookies: Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden while the centers might still look soft. They will firm up as they cool. After baking, allow the cookies to rest on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

          Prepare the Ice Cream Filling: While the cookies cool, remove the vanilla ice cream from the freezer and let it soften for about 5-10 minutes to make scooping easier. For added texture and flavor, fold in the chopped peanuts or chocolate chips if desired.

            Assemble the Sandwiches: Once the cookies have cooled completely, take one cookie and scoop approximately 2 tablespoons of the softened ice cream onto the flat side. Place another cookie on top (flat side down) and gently press down to create a sandwich.

              Coat the Sides (Optional): For an extra indulgent touch, roll the exposed edges of the ice cream sandwich in the chopped peanuts or any topping of your choice, such as sprinkles or chocolate chips.

                Freeze to Set: Arrange the assembled ice cream sandwiches on a tray and place them in the freezer for at least 1 hour to let the ice cream firm up nicely.

                  Serve: Once firm, remove from the freezer and enjoy your delightful peanut butter cookie ice cream sandwiches! These treats are perfect for enjoying right away, or you can store them in a covered container in the freezer for later.

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                      Prep Time, Total Time, Servings: 15 minutes | 1 hour 30 minutes | 8 servings