Delicious Cookies and Cream Ice Cream
Indulge in the nostalgia of cookies and cream ice cream, where creamy vanilla melds with crunchy chocolate cookie pieces. This delightful treat is perfect for warm summer days or cozy nights in. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a rich, satisfying dessert that evokes cherished memories. Easy to customize, this homemade ice cream promises to be a hit at any gathering.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: About 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Churning
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups chocolate sandwich cookies (crushed)
Instructions
- Create Your Ice Cream Base: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together heavy cream, whole milk, sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Chill Your Mixture: Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight to enhance flavors.
- Add Cookies: Once chilled, fold in crushed chocolate cookies, reserving some larger chunks for texture.
- Churn: Pour the mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to manufacturer instructions until thickened (about 20-25 minutes).
- Freeze Until Firm: Transfer to an airtight container and freeze for about 4 hours until solid.
- Scoop and Enjoy: Serve in bowls or cones with optional whipped cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (125g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 21g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 80mg