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Black Forest Ice Cream Cookie Sandwiches

Nothing will impress your guests more this summer than these homemade roasted cherry ice cream sandwiches! Juicy roasted cherries and rich dark chocolate chunks are mixed into creamy vanilla ice cream, creating a delightful filling for homemade chocolate chip cookies. Each bite combines the classic flavors of a Black Forest dessert with the fun and indulgence of an ice cream sandwich. Ideal for sharing, these sandwiches are sure to be a hit at your next pool party!

Ingredients (for 6 sandwiches):

For the Ice Cream:

• 2 cups fresh or frozen cherries, pitted and halved
• 1 tbsp sugar
• 1 qt. vanilla ice cream, slightly softened
• 1/4 cup dark chocolate chunks or chips

For the Chocolate Chip Cookies:

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup brown sugar, packed
• 2 large eggs
• 2 tsp vanilla extract
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Toss the cherries with 1 tbsp of sugar and spread them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
3. Roast for 15-20 min. until the cherries are soft and slightly caramelized. Let cool completely.
4. In a large bowl, combine the softened vanilla ice cream, roasted cherries, and dark chocolate chunks. Mix until well combined.
5. Transfer the mixture to a container and freeze until firm, about 2 hours.
6. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
7. In a large bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs and vanilla extract, and mix until well combined.
8. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Stir in the chocolate chips.
9. Drop spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, about 2 inches apart. Flatten each cookie slightly with the back of a spoon.
10. Bake for 10-12 min. or until the edges are golden brown. Let the cookies cool completely on a wire rack.
11. Scoop a generous amount of the roasted cherry ice cream onto the flat side of a cookie. Top with another cookie, flat side down, pressing gently to spread the ice cream to the edges.
12. Repeat with the remaining cookies and ice cream. Wrap each sandwich in plastic wrap and freeze until firm, about 1 hour.