Waffle Ice Cream Sandwich
Nothing says summer like ice cream, and a waffle ice cream sandwich is just that much better! Your family and friends will love cooling off with these sweet treats on a hot summer day.
Suitable for vegetarian diets. Post includes Weight Watchers Points.
- To help the waffles hold their shape, you can freeze the waffles before adding ice cream.
- There is no need to thaw frozen waffles.
- Bring the ice cream to room temperature to make it easier to spread.
- Cook your homemade waffles ahead of time and store them in the fridge or freezer until ready to use.
- Use an offset spatula to spread the softened ice cream on the waffles.
- Wrap individually in plastic wrap or freezer paper to keep the sandwiches fresh.
- There are 8 Blue Plan SmartPoints in one serving of this.
Nutrition
Get ready to indulge your sweet tooth with a decadent and delicious waffle ice cream sandwich! Nothing says summer like ice cream. But there’s something about an ice cream sandwich made with waffles that is even better. Because waffles + ice cream = amazing!!!
Yeap, they really are perfect for cooling off on those hot summer days. Kids and adults alike can enjoy them poolside, at barbecues, potlucks, or as a fun afternoon treat.
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And this ice cream waffle sandwich recipe gives you all sorts of options. Whip up these sandwiches quickly and easily using store-bought waffles and ice cream.
Or, for the ultimate next-level ice cream sandwich experience, cook up some buttermilk waffles from scratch (see the recipe below) and make your own Ninja Creami vanilla or strawberry ice cream for the filling. Either way, everyone will be begging for more!
Why Make This Recipe
- A classic treat – Waffle and ice cream sandwiches are the perfect treat for summer.
- Easy to make – Make these in advance so you don’t miss out on the fun.
- Perfect for all levels – If you are a beginner, use store-bought waffles and ice cream. If you are an adventurous cook use homemade waffles and ice cream.
Ingredient Notes
Sandwich Recipe:
- Vanilla Ice Cream – This provides the creamy and sweet base for the ice cream sandwich. Feel free to use your favorite flavor of ice cream.
- Colored Sprinkles – These add a fun and colorful element to the ice cream. Choose seasonal colors for various events and holidays.
- Frozen Waffles – These serve as the “bread” for the ice cream sandwich, providing a crisp and delicious outer layer.
Homemade Buttermilk Waffles:
- Flour – Use all purpose flour.
- Sugar – Adds sweetness to the waffle batter.
- Baking Powder – This helps the waffles rise and become light and fluffy.
- Salt – Enhances the overall flavor of the waffles.
- Cinnamon – Adds a warm and aromatic flavor to the waffles.
- Buttermilk – Provides moisture and tanginess to the waffle batter. If you don’t have buttermilk you can add 1 tablespoon of vinegar to 1 cup of milk.
- Large Eggs – These act as a binding agent and contribute to the structure of the waffles.
- Vanilla Extract – Adds a hint of vanilla flavor to the waffle batter.
- Butter – Use salted or unsalted butter.
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How To Make This Waffle Ice Cream Sandwiches Recipe
Get complete ingredients list and instructions from the recipe card further below.
- Set ice cream out for 20 minutes to allow it to soften a bit.
- Spread ice cream onto one side of the waffle and place the other waffle on top.
- Coat the sides of each sandwich with colorful sprinkles.
- Freeze the sandwiches for 3-4 hours.
- When you are ready to serve, cut sandwiches in half and enjoy!
How To Make Homemade Buttermilk Waffles
Frozen waffles are delicious but making ice cream waffle sandwiches with homemade waffles is a real treat!
- Preheat your waffle iron and set out the ice cream to soften.
- In a large mixing bowl, stir together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Pour in the buttermilk, eggs, vanilla extract, and melted butter into the dry ingredients bowl. Stir until well combined.
- Add one portion of the batter into the preheated waffle iron and cook according to the waffle iron manufacturer’s directions.
- When the waffles are cool, then spread ice cream onto one side of the waffle and place the other waffle on top.
- Coat the sides of each ice cream sandwich with colorful sprinkles, then place in freezer for 3-4 hours.
- To serve, cut the sandwiches and enjoy!
Expert Tips
- To help the waffles hold their shape, you can freeze the waffles before adding ice cream.
- There is no need to thaw frozen waffles.
- Bring the ice cream to room temperature to make it easier to spread.
- Cook your homemade waffles ahead of time and store them in the fridge or freezer until ready to use.
- Use an offset spatula to spread the softened ice cream on the waffles.
- Wrap individually in plastic wrap or freezer paper to keep the sandwiches fresh.
Recipe Variations
This recipe is super adaptable. You can easily change it up to suit your taste. Here are just a few suggestions to try:
- Change the flavor. Use your favorite ice cream flavor or layer a few different flavors into each sandwich. Vanilla, strawberry, and chocolate ice cream are all great options.
- Swap out the sprinkles. Diced nuts, crushed candy bars, chocolate chips, or mini marshmallows are excellent substitutions.
- Make it sweeter. Add a drizzle of chocolate syrup, fruit preserves, or caramel sauce inside.
Prep Ahead and Storage
- Prep Ahead – This is a great dessert to prep ahead and then pull out when needed. Since they need at least 3 hours to freeze, it’s best to make them the morning of – or even a day before – you plan to serve.
- Storage – If wrapped and packaged well, you can store these in the freezer for up to 3 months.
FAQs
This recipe is a fun way to use homemade waffles, but is so easy when using store-bought waffles. It’s up to you!
You can make waffle ice cream sandwiches in advance. Just be sure to wrap them tightly in plastic wrap or parchment paper and store them in the freezer until ready to serve. When properly wrapped they can be frozen for up to 3 months.
You can make smaller sandwiches by using smaller waffles or cutting them into smaller sizes before preparing.
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Serve With
- Ice cream sandwiches are perfect for backyard barbecues featuring grilled steak and grilled shrimp skewers.
- Thirst-quenching Instant Pot Infused Water is a must for summer days!
Recommended Tools
- A set of mixing bowls for easily combining your ingredients.
- Good vanilla extract for adding great flavor.
- Handy ziplock freezer bags for storing in the freezer.
- For the best tools to help make your recipe even easier and more successful, check out my collection of the Best Kitchen Tools on Amazon.
Weight Watchers Points
There are 8 Blue Plan SmartPoints in one serving of this.
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Waffle Ice Cream Sandwich
Ingredients
For Waffle Ice Cream Sandwich Recipe:
- 2 cups (300g) vanilla ice cream
- ¼ cup (34g) colored sprinkles
- 8 frozen waffles
For Homemade Buttermilk Waffles:
- 2 cups (272g) all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 ¾ cups (420g) buttermilk
- 2 large eggs
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup (113g) butter, melted
Instructions
To Make Waffle Ice Cream Sandwich Recipe:
- Set ice cream out for 20 minutes to allow it to thaw a bit.
- Spread ice cream onto one side of the waffle and place the other waffle on top.
- Coat the sides of each sandwich with colorful sprinkles.
- Freeze for 3-4 hours.
- When you are ready to serve, cut sandwiches lengthwise and enjoy!
To Make Buttermilk Waffles:
- Preheat your waffle iron.
- In a large mixing bowl, stir together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Pour in the buttermilk, eggs, vanilla extract, and melted butter into the dry ingredients bowl. Stir until well combined.
- Add one portion of the batter into the preheated waffle iron and cook according to the waffle iron manufacturer’s directions.
- When the waffles are cool, prepare the sandwiches as directed.
Notes
- To help the waffles hold their shape, you can freeze the waffles before adding ice cream.
- There is no need to thaw frozen waffles.
- Bring the ice cream to room temperature to make it easier to spread.
- Cook your homemade waffles ahead of time and store them in the fridge or freezer until ready to use.
- Use an offset spatula to spread the softened ice cream on the waffles.
- Wrap individually in plastic wrap or freezer paper to keep the sandwiches fresh.
- There are 8 Blue Plan SmartPoints in one serving of this.
so yummy!! i love it! i ll definitely try it!!
These ice cream sandwiches were super easy to make! My son helped and had so much fun with it, especially with the sprinkles. We ate them UP! Great recipe.
Wow, this is such a genius idea! Time to grab my waffle maker down and start making some summer treats! I even have sprinkles that would work great for this! Thank you!
This looks really indulging. My nephews and niece are going to love it!
These are so good! I never thought of using waffles for an ice cream sandwich before!