Description
Pistachio Cookie Ice Cream Sandwiches are an irresistible summer treat that perfectly combines crunchy pistachio cookies with creamy ice cream. These delightful sandwiches are not only easy to make but also allow for customization with your favorite flavors. Whether you’re hosting a backyard BBQ or enjoying a quiet evening at home, these sandwiches will bring joy to every occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup raw pistachios, chopped
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups ice cream of your choice
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla until fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).
- Gradually mix in the flour, baking soda, and salt until just combined.
- Fold in the chopped pistachios evenly into the dough.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions onto the prepared baking sheets and bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden.
- Allow cookies to cool completely before assembling.
- For each sandwich, scoop ice cream onto one cookie half and top with another cookie.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (100g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: - Experiment with different nuts like almonds or walnuts for variety. - Try adding chocolate chips or dried fruit to the cookie dough for extra flavor. - Store assembled sandwiches in an airtight container in the freezer for up to a week.