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I scream, you scream, and by the end of this post, we’re all going to scream for one of these peppermint ice cream sandwiches! If you love the combination of mint and chocolate, this dessert was designed for you.
Rich chocolate brownies and delicious ice cream all in one bite- let’s make it happen.
Holiday Ice Cream Sandwiches
Just from the picture, you can tell this is the ideal holiday treat! The peppermint ice cream is super refreshing between 2 slabs of fudgy brownie, and I can’t think of a better way to celebrate.
You can thank my daughter for this recipe, she loves my classic Almond Cookie Ice Cream Sandwich, and with her love for mint and chocolate- this idea was born!
It does require a bit of layering and love, but every bite is worth every minute!
What You Need
The only items you need are your favorite carton of peppermint ice cream and a batch of brownies like my homemade recipe from the recipe card or a boxed mix. Either way- the finished and frozen treat is going to be a keeper.
How to Make Brownie Peppermint Ice Cream Sandwiches
There is an order to assemble this treat, so the sandwiches turn out perfect!
Below, you’ll find a brief summary with a visual aid (video), but the entire recipe is located in the recipe card at the end of this post.
- Prep
Preheat the oven to 350F and line 2 9 x 9-inch baking dishes with parchment paper. - Divide the batter
Prepare the brownie batter and evenly divide it between the baking dishes. Allow to cool completely. - Soften the ice cream
While the brownies cool, remove the ice cream from the freezer and let it soften. - Grab a knife
Remove one brownie onto a flat surface and slice each in half. Cut each half into five vertical strips and remove the crispy edges. - Spread the ice cream
Use a serrated knife to cut the entire carton of ice cream in half. Remove the carton and set the ice cream onto the brownies in the baking dish. Use a spatula to spread it across the surface. - Top and freeze
Top the ice cream layer with the brownie pieces, cover with plastic wrap, and freeze until solid. - Enjoy
Once the brownie sandwich is set, lift them out of the pan and onto a cutting board, and slice it into individual servings. The rest is history!
More Festive Dessert Ideas
Treat ideas like this one are exactly what you want to get everyone in the holiday mood. If you love peppermint flavor, you’ll also love this Peppermint Milkshake, especially if you live in a climate with not-so-cold weather in the winter.
A classic option would be this gorgeous Gingerbread Cake! It’s rich in spice with a soft, crumbly texture we can’t get enough of.
For brownies lovers, you can go for these Red Velvet Brownies with frosting or the Pumpkin Swirl Brownies; both are a mega hit and sure to become yearly traditions.
Peppermint Ice Cream Sandwiches
Watch how it’s made:
Ingredients
- 1 brownie recipe
- ½ gallon peppermint ice cream of choice
Instructions
- Preheat the oven according to the brownie recipe directions. Line two 9 x 9-inch baking dishes with parchment paper.
- Prepare the brownie batter and evenly divide it between the two pans. Bake for 12 to 14 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Remove the brownies from the oven and allow them to cool down completely.
- While the brownies cool, remove the ice cream from the freezer and allow it to soften at room temperature.
- Remove one brownie square from the pan and set it onto a flat surface. Use a knife to remove the crispy edges.
- Slice both squares in half lengthwise to create 2 rectangles. Slice each rectangle into 5 vertical strips. *Watching the video makes this step clear.
- Remove the lid from the carton of ice cream and use a serrated knife to cut the entire carton in half lengthwise.
- Place both halves onto the brownies in the baking dish and remove the carton- the ice cream should be soft enough that it easily separates from the container but isn’t dripping.
- Spread the ice cream over the brownies with a spatula and top it with the other section of slice brownies (this will create ten sandwiches total).
- Cover the baking dish with plastic wrap and freeze for 4 hours.
- Once frozen, remove the brownie ice cream sandwich from the freezer and trim the excess ice cream edges. Cut into 10 individual sandwiches and serve.
- Wrap the leftovers with parchment paper and freezer in a large zip bag.
Dana Russell says
One of my kids favorite ways to have ice cream
Hannah Hefner says
YUMMY
Sylvia Baker says
Yummy!
Naomi says
MMMM!!!
Ambery says
My favorite yumm!!!!!
Melissa says
Ice cream is usually a big treat in our house.So this is great!!!
Darren Stokes says
Delicious!!!!
rig says
I love to make an ice cream treat by softening it a bit in the microwave.
Melanie Hawk says
Num num
Tamara Roe says
Honestly I love Ice Cream in any way!
Stephanie says
What fun!
Mary Anne says
This looks AMAZING
Mary Anne says
What a great IDEAAAA
Kim says
Ice cream is a favorite for us!
Ivy says
I love ice cream
Anna says
These tiny treats seem to make for bigger smiles!
Karrie says
Icecream!!!!
Annie says
I melt ice cream just a little. Kids love it!
Becca F says
The melting is a good idea!
lisa franklin says
DELICIOUS
Heather Myhr says
Peppermint icecream is such a good idea!
Susan says
Your brownies look awesome. Can’t wait to try making them…
Jenny says
My favorite way to make icecream
Amy Ragland says
Ice cream is my favorite!
Sue says
What’s not to love about ice cream!
Krysty says
It’s so yummy!
Lisa says
It’s Ice Cream!!!! Whats not to LOVE
Amy Wahl says
YUM.
Melissa Bentley says
Our favorite way to eat ice cream
Kristina says
If only they realized how easy it is….
Aubrey says
I like ice cream over brownies! So this recipie is perfect
sydney85 says
I love making ice cream sandwiches. Best combination with ice cream and brownies!
Liz says
This looks so good
Erica says
So yummy!
charul @ tadka masala says
Definitely trying this
Heather says
A great treat for summer birthdays!
Jessica smith says
OMGGGG
virginia says
This is the perfect little treat to surprise your kids with after school
Zeynep says
The brownie and slightly melted icecream is a great way to have ice cream with a brownie
Heather G. says
Icecream+Brownie=YUMMY
Melisa Meck says
This is the best treat!!!
Diane says
Who needs cake pops when you can have this!
Lori Barrett says
WOW
terra says
Cool!
Ludicrous Mama says
What a great treat!
leslie says
This is the perfect way to occupy your kids.
Airial says
Love a scoop of ice cream w/ warm warm brownie
Susan Rego says
yummy dessert!
Brenda says
yummy
Nell says
My husband loves his ice cream with brownie
cara says
i love ice cream sandwitches!!!
Laura says
Wowowwo
Laura says
Drooling as I type!
Catherine says
Ice cream on top of brownies is my favorite but also love it with warm apple pie.
Vivi says
I like to make quick ice cream sandwiches with graham crackers
Val says
I love topping our favorite flavors with toasted coconut and pecans!
Anne Farias says
This is so good!
latanya says
I like putting ice cream in between cookies. Excited to try brownies next!
Sarah says
A family favorite.
Joy says
Easy and super delicious!
Cathy says
Our favorite treat!
Sarah esses says
My whole family loved this ice cream sandwich treat.
Ashley Tkachyk says
This was awesome
Eleni says
Oooooo
Laura says
Wow! This sounds amazing!! I can’t wait to make this!!
Kristy tidwell says
Loved these peppermint ice cream sandwiches.