Key Lime Ice Cream Sandwiches (Printable)
Bright key lime ice cream between crisp graham cracker cookies for a cool summer treat.
# What You'll Need:
→ Key Lime Ice Cream
01 - 1 cup sweetened condensed milk
02 - 1 and 1/2 cups cold heavy cream
03 - 1/2 cup full-fat Greek yogurt
04 - 1/3 cup freshly squeezed key lime juice
05 - 1 tablespoon key lime zest
06 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
07 - Pinch of salt
→ Graham Cracker Cookies
08 - 1 and 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
09 - 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
10 - 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
11 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
12 - 1/3 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
13 - 1/3 cup packed brown sugar
14 - 1 large egg
15 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
# Steps:
01 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together sweetened condensed milk, Greek yogurt, key lime juice, lime zest, vanilla extract, and salt until fully integrated.
02 - In a separate chilled bowl, whip heavy cream to stiff peaks using an electric mixer or whisk. Gently fold the whipped cream into the lime mixture, incorporating until smooth and uniform.
03 - Line a 9 by 9 inch pan with parchment paper. Pour the lime ice cream mixture into the pan and smooth the surface evenly. Freeze for at least 4 hours, or until fully set.
04 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
05 - In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt, mixing thoroughly.
06 - In a separate bowl, cream together unsalted butter and brown sugar until pale and fluffy. Beat in egg and vanilla extract until homogenous.
07 - Gradually add the dry mixture to the butter mixture, stirring until just combined without overmixing.
08 - Scoop 16 evenly sized tablespoon portions onto the prepared baking sheet and flatten each slightly. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, or until golden at the edges. Cool cookies completely on a wire rack.
09 - Once the ice cream is firmly set, use a round cookie cutter matching the cookie size to cut 8 ice cream discs.
10 - Sandwich each ice cream disc between two graham cracker cookies. Serve at once, or wrap individually and freeze until ready to enjoy.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Each bite merges silky homemade ice cream with buttery cookies, like a secret celebration in your hand.
- They freeze beautifully, so you can have an impressive dessert ready whenever cravings—or unexpected guests—strike.
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- If you rush the freezing step, the ice cream will ooze—give it the full time for best results.
- I once used store-bought graham crackers in a hurry, but the homemade cookies make every difference in the world.
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- Cutting the ice cream is easier if you dip your cutter in hot water between rounds.
- Storing the sandwiches wrapped individually prevents freezer burn and keeps flavors fresh and vivid.