Confetti Ice Cream Sandwiches Recipe

Introduction

Delight in these playful Confetti Ice Cream Sandwiches, a perfect treat combining colorful cookies and creamy cereal milk ice cream. They’re fun to make and even more fun to eat, offering a unique twist on a classic dessert.

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
• 1/2 cup light brown sugar
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 large egg, room temperature
• 1 teaspoon vanilla
• 1 & 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/3 cup rainbow sprinkles
• 1/2 cup corn flakes
• 2 & 1/2 cups corn flakes (for ice cream)
• 2 & 1/4 cups heavy cream
• 2 cups whole milk
• 1/3 cup brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon vanilla (for ice cream)

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a bowl, whisk together flour, salt, baking soda, and baking powder. Set aside.
2. Step 2: Microwave butter in a heatproof bowl for 20 seconds until softened. Beat with brown and granulated sugars on medium high until light and fluffy. Add egg and vanilla, mixing until combined. Scrape down the bowl as needed.
3. Step 3: Add dry ingredients to wet ingredients and mix until nearly combined. Fold in rainbow sprinkles and corn flakes.
4. Step 4: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Use a 3-tablespoon scoop to place 12 cookie mounds on the sheet. Refrigerate dough for 30 minutes.
5. Step 5: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake cookies for 14 minutes. Let cool completely before assembly.
6. Step 6: For the ice cream, heat 1 & 1/4 cups heavy cream with brown sugar, granulated sugar, and salt over medium high heat until sugars dissolve. Remove from heat and stir in remaining cream, milk, and vanilla. Cool for 10 minutes.
7. Step 7: Place 2 & 1/2 cups corn flakes in a large jar or pitcher. Pour cream mixture over and stir vigorously. Refrigerate overnight to infuse cereal flavor.
8. Step 8: Strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve, pressing down to extract all liquid from corn flakes.
9. Step 9: Churn mixture in an ice cream maker according to manufacturer’s directions. Transfer ice cream to an airtight container and freeze for 6–8 hours to firm up.
10. Step 10: Before assembling, freeze cookies for 30 minutes. Scoop ice cream onto the flat side of one cookie and sandwich with a second cookie. Serve immediately or freeze assembled sandwiches for one hour to harden.

Tips & Variations

• For extra crunch, substitute corn flakes in the cookie dough with crushed Rice Krispies or your favorite crispy cereal.
• Use different colored sprinkles to match holiday themes or celebrations for a festive look.
• If you don’t have an ice cream maker, freeze the ice cream mixture in a shallow dish and stir every 30 minutes until firm to mimic churning.

Storage

Store assembled ice cream sandwiches in an airtight container in the freezer for up to two weeks. To enjoy, let them thaw for a few minutes at room temperature for easier biting, or serve straight from the freezer for a firmer treat.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make the cookies or ice cream ahead of time?

Yes, both components can be made in advance. Bake cookies and store them in an airtight container for up to 3 days, or freeze for longer storage. Ice cream should be prepared and frozen according to the recipe schedule, then assembled when ready to serve.

What if I don’t have corn flakes for the ice cream?

If corn flakes aren’t available, you can use another mild-flavored cereal like Rice Krispies. The key is to infuse the cream with that cereal flavor, so choose a cereal you enjoy eating on its own.

Confetti Ice Cream Sandwiches Recipe

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These Confetti Ice Cream Sandwiches combine colorful, crunchy confetti cookies with a rich, homemade cereal milk ice cream. The cookies feature rainbow sprinkles and corn flakes for added texture and fun, while the ice cream is infused with the nostalgic flavor of cereal milk, making these sandwiches a delightful treat perfect for any celebration or warm day.

• Author: Ruby
• Prep Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 14 minutes
• Total Time: 7 hours 29 minutes
• Yield: 12 ice cream sandwiches 1x
• Category: Dessert
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American
• Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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Confetti Cookies

• 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
• 1/2 cup light brown sugar
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 large egg, room temperature
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/3 cup rainbow sprinkles
• 1/2 cup corn flakes

Cereal Milk Ice Cream

• 2 1/2 cups corn flakes
• 2 1/4 cups heavy cream
• 2 cups whole milk
• 1/3 cup brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

1. Prepare Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, salt, baking soda, and baking powder until well combined. Set aside.
2. Make Cookie Dough: Microwave the unsalted butter in a heatproof bowl for 20 seconds on high until softened. Add light brown sugar and granulated sugar to the butter and mix on medium-high speed until light and fluffy. Add the egg and vanilla extract and mix again until fully combined, scraping down the bowl as needed.
3. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and mix until just nearly combined. Gently fold in the rainbow sprinkles and corn flakes.
4. Chill Dough and Preheat Oven: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Using a #20 (3 tablespoon) cookie scoop, portion 12 cookies onto the sheet. Refrigerate the cookie dough for 30 minutes to firm up. Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
5. Bake Cookies: Bake the cookies for 14 minutes until set and lightly golden. Remove from the oven and allow them to cool completely on the baking sheet.
6. Make Cereal Milk Base: Pour 1 1/4 cups of the heavy cream into a saucepan. Add the brown sugar, granulated sugar, and salt and warm over medium-high heat, stirring until sugars dissolve. Remove from heat and add the remaining heavy cream, whole milk, and vanilla extract. Let cool for 10 minutes.
7. Steep Corn Flakes: Place 2 1/2 cups corn flakes in a large jar or pitcher. Pour the cream mixture over the corn flakes and stir vigorously. Refrigerate overnight to steep and develop the cereal milk flavor.
8. Strain Mixture: Strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a bowl, pressing down on the corn flake mush with a spatula to extract maximum flavor.
9. Churn Ice Cream: Pour the strained cereal milk mixture into your ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions until it reaches a soft-serve consistency.
10. Freeze Ice Cream: Transfer the churned ice cream to an airtight container and freeze for 6-8 hours until firm.
11. Freeze Cookies Before Assembly: Before making the sandwiches, place the cooled cookies in the freezer for 30 minutes to firm up.
12. Assemble Ice Cream Sandwiches: Remove cookies and ice cream from the freezer. Place a scoop of firm ice cream on the flat side of one cookie, then top with the flat side of a second cookie to form a sandwich.
13. Set and Store: Serve immediately or place the assembled sandwiches on a baking sheet and freeze for another hour to harden. Store finished sandwiches in an airtight container in the freezer for up to two weeks.

Notes

• Refrigerating the cookie dough helps prevent spreading during baking, resulting in thicker cookies perfect for sandwiches.
• Steeping the corn flakes overnight infuses the ice cream with a rich, nostalgic cereal milk flavor.
• Ensure the ice cream is fully firmed in the freezer before assembly to avoid melting when making sandwiches.
• Rainbow sprinkles add a colorful festive touch, but you can substitute with regular sprinkles if desired.
• If you don’t have an ice cream maker, you can freeze the mixture in a container and stir every 30 minutes until firm to mimic churned texture.

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