Summer Blueberry Ice Cream Sandwiches Recipe
This Summer Blueberry Ice Cream Sandwiches recipe brings a refreshing twist to your favorite frozen treat. Featuring fresh blueberries, creamy vanilla ice cream, and soft cookies, this easy-to-make summer dessert is perfect for hot days. Whether for BBQs, picnics, or a sweet afternoon indulgence, these ice cream sandwiches are bursting with seasonal flavor and are sure to please everyone.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Freezing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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2 cups fresh blueberries
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1/4 cup granulated sugar
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1 tbsp lemon juice
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1/2 gallon vanilla ice cream, softened
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16 soft sugar or shortbread cookies
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Optional: fresh mint for garnish
Instructions
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In a saucepan over medium heat, combine blueberries, sugar, and lemon juice. Cook until berries burst and mixture thickens (5–7 minutes). Cool completely.
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Swirl the cooled blueberry mixture into the softened vanilla ice cream.
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Scoop about 1/4 cup of the blueberry ice cream onto one cookie and top with another to make a sandwich.
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Place sandwiches on a tray and freeze for at least 2 hours or until firm.
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Serve chilled. Optionally, garnish with fresh mint.
Notes
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For best texture, use soft cookies to make biting easier.
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You can substitute frozen blueberries if fresh aren't available.
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Add lemon zest for a tangy twist.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 310 kcal
- Sugar: 28 g
- Sodium: 150 mg