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Homemade Gluten Free Ice Cream Sandwiches

Published: Jul 1, 2021 by Sandi Gaertner · 12 Comments · This post may contain affiliate links

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Get ready for summer with these scrumptious homemade Gluten Free Ice Cream Sandwiches! I use creamy vanilla ice cream and sandwich it between two thin gluten free brownie layers to make the best summer treat! Kids and grownups alike will love this recipe!

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Summer is made for frozen treats! We have made our own gluten free ice cream sandwiches because who doesn't love chocolate and vanilla in a dessert?? Once you see how easy these are to make, you will want to make them all summer long too!

You can easily use my homemade Gluten Free Brownies or my Gluten Free White Chocolate Brownies recipes or use a gluten free store-bought brownie mix. It is so simple, and you can feed a crowd! My homemade gluten free brownies are dairy-free, so you can easily make these ice cream sandwiches dairy-free by using dairy-free ice cream!

Add sprinkles to the sides to make these ice cream bars colorful. Just make sure to see which sprinkles are gluten free!

plain gluten free ice cream sandwiches on a plate

Why we love this recipe:

There is so much to love about this recipe...rich deep chocolate flavor combined with sweet vanilla ice cream. It is like a party with every bite! These gluten free ice cream sandwiches are perfect for summer or any time!

I give lots of fun variations so you can enjoy these many different ways. They are easy to make and keep for months in the refrigerator! Are you ready to make them? Gather your ingredients!

Check out all of my delicious gluten free frozen desserts on the blog.

Ingredient notes:

gluten free ice cream sandwiches ingredients
  • Gluten free brownie mix - I use my gluten free brownies recipe, but if you are in a hurry, I really love Open Nature's Gluten Free Brownie Mix. They are only $2.99 a box, which is a huge bargain!
  • Ice cream - You can use any flavor of ice cream, and you can use regular or dairy-free ice cream to make these dairy-free ice cream sandwiches!

Recipe step by step directions:

photos making ice cream sandwiches steps 1 and 2

Step 1: The first part of this recipe is to make the brownies. You can use my gluten free brownie recipe or use a boxed mix, as I explained above. Mix up your dry ingredients (or dump the mix in the bowl.) Add optional chocolate chips.

Step 2: Add the wet ingredients to your brownie mix.

photos making ice cream sandwiches steps 3 and 4

Step 3: Mix the brownie batter. You can use a standing mixer if you prefer.

Step 4: Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper. Spread the brownie batter out to make a thin layer. Bake at 350º F for 15-18 minutes until it is finished baking.

photos making ice cream sandwiches steps 5 and 6

Step 5: Cut the thin brownie in half. Spread ice cream over the whole half of the brownie sheet.

Step 6: Place the second half of the brownie over the ice cream and very gently press down. Freeze the whole thing in the freezer until it is very firm.

Step 7: Use a sharp knife to cut it into ice cream sandwich bars. Wrap each bar in plastic wrap and store it in the freezer.

a gluten free ice cream sandwich with a bite taken out

Check out my ice cream sandwich web story for more images.

Fun Variations:

  • Coat crushed peanuts around the edges to add a little protein and flavor.
  • Drizzle the ice cream sandwiches in melted chocolate.
  • Make them healthier by using my Paleo Brownies recipe.
  • Use my Gluten Free Peanut Butter Blondies!
toppings bar with dishes of sprinkles and chopped nuts

If you love ice cream sandwiches, be sure to check out these yummy Gluten Free Dessert Tacos too!

Tips and Recipe FAQ:

What is the cookie part of the ice cream sandwiches?

The outer cookie part can be anything. Try the batter from these gluten free chocolate espresso cookies or brownies!

Can you buy ready-made gluten free ice cream sandwiches in the grocery store?

There are a couple of companies that make gluten free ice cream sandwiches including Fat Boy and Jolly Llama.

What is an ice cream sandwich made of?

An ice cream sandwich is made of chocolate cookie or brownie. Vanilla ice cream is sandwiched between cookie/brownie slices.

How long will these keep fresh?

These will keep fresh in the freezer up to 4 months. Make sure each is individually wrapped in plastic wrap, then placed into a large zip-style freezer bag.

a stack of four gluten free ice cream sandwiches. Each is decorated with sprinkles

There are so many kinds of sandwiches. My favorite is always ice cream, but here are more easy sandwich ideas!

More gluten free summer desserts:

  • No-Churn Earl Grey Ice Cream - this would taste heavenly in these ice cream sandwiches!
  • Gluten Free Icebox Cake - top it with your favorite fruit!
  • Bananas Flambe Ice Cream Sundaes
  • Gluten Free Mug Brownie - all you need is your microwave!

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a stack of four gluten free ice cream sandwiches on a plate

Gluten Free Ice Cream Sandwiches

Sandi Gaertner
Delicious sweet vanilla ice cream sandwiched between two thin brownies. These gluten free ice cream sandwiches make the perfect summer treat!
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Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Freezing 2 hrs
Total Time 2 hrs 24 mins
Course Gluten Free Dessert Recipes
Cuisine American
Servings 8 sandwiches
Calories 384 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 box brownie mix
  • 3 cups vanilla ice cream

Instructions
 

  • The first part of this recipe is to make the brownies. You can use my gluten free brownie recipe or use a boxed mix as I explained above. Mix up your dry ingredients (or dump the mix in the bowl.) Add optional chocolate chips.
  • Add the wet ingredients to your brownie mix.
  • Mix the brownie batter. You can use a standing mixer if you prefer.
  • Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper. Spread the brownie batter out to make a thin layer. Bake at 350º F for 15-18 minutes until it is finished baking.
  • Cut the thin brownie in half. Spread ice cream over the whole half of the brownie sheet.
  • Place the second half of the brownie over the ice cream and very gently press down. Freeze the whole thing in the freezer until it is very firm.
  • Use a sharp knife to cut it into ice cream sandwich bars. Wrap each bar in plastic wrap and store in the freezer.

Notes

  1. You can use box mix, or my gluten free brownies recipe linked above.
  2. Feel free to use any flavor of ice cream you like!
  3. These gluten free ice cream sandwiches will keep up to 4 months in the freezer. Wrap each in plastic wrap and then place in a large zip-style freezer bag.
  4. Make sure to check which sprinkles brands are gluten free!

SPECIAL NOTE

Please know that every gluten free flour blend has a different starch to grain ratio. If you use a blend I didn't test, you may need to adjust your moisture levels in your baked goods.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 384kcalCarbohydrates: 62gProtein: 5gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 22mgSodium: 226mgPotassium: 99mgFiber: 1gSugar: 42gVitamin A: 208IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 63mgIron: 2mg
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  1. Cathy

    July 13, 2021 at 6:22 am

    My kids had so much fun making these with me!

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    • Sandi Gaertner

      July 14, 2021 at 9:55 am

      I am so glad Cathy!

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