Mint Chocolate Oreo Ice Cream Sandwiches
Creamy mint chocolate chip ice cream packed between rich chocolate cookie layers and a crunchy Oreo edge. High-protein option included! Perfect summer dessert that’s both refreshing and indulgent.
Equipment
- Mixing bowls (medium & large)
- Electric hand mixer or stand mixer (with paddle attachment)
- Silicone spatula
- Measuring cups & spoons
- Baking sheet (lined with parchment paper)
- Ice cream scoop (or large spoon for portioning)
- Freezer-safe container (for setting ice cream)
- Plastic wrap or parchment paper (for layering sandwiches)
- Sharp knife (for cutting cookies cleanly, if needed)
Ingredients
For the Cookies:
- 1 cup almond flour (or oat flour for nut-free)
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¼ cup melted coconut oil (or butter)
- ½ cup coconut sugar (or brown sugar)
- 1 large egg (or flax egg for vegan)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
For the Ice Cream Filling:
- 2 cups vanilla Greek yogurt (or coconut yogurt for vegan)
- 1 scoop vanilla or chocolate protein powder (optional for high protein)
- ¼ cup maple syrup or monk fruit sweetener
- ½ tsp peppermint extract (adjust to taste)
- ½ cup dark chocolate chips (chopped)
- ½ cup crushed Oreos (or gluten-free chocolate cookies)
Instructions
Make the Cookies
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix almond flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk melted coconut oil, sugar, egg, and vanilla.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients into a thick dough.
- Roll into 16-20 small balls, flatten into cookie shapes, and place on baking sheet.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, then let cool completely.
Make the Ice Cream Filling
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, protein powder, maple syrup, and peppermint extract.
- Fold in chocolate chips and crushed Oreos.
Assemble Sandwiches
- Place a scoop of mint filling between two cookies.
- Gently press together and smooth edges.
- Optional: roll edges in extra crushed Oreos or mini chocolate chips.
Freeze & Serve
- Place sandwiches on a tray lined with parchment.
- Freeze for at least 4 hours until firm.
- Enjoy straight from the freezer on a hot day!