Last Updated on June 30, 2021 by Kimberly Stroh
The peppermint flavor instantly reminds me of my childhood holidays. Sometimes I want to make something that isn’t a traditional Christmas cookie and that’s when I put together these Homemade Peppermint Ice Cream Sandwiches. Just like a kid, I lick around the outside and then bit into the center. Our whole family loves them!
If you’re going to any outdoor holiday event, like a tree lighting, then make a batch to bring with you. They’ll stay cold and they’re great with a big cup of hot cocoa. The kids love the combination – plus, they’ll put together their own sandwiches too.
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Homemade Peppermint Ice Cream Sandwiches Recipe
With a mixer, beat heavy whipping cream until thick. Pour in sweetened condensed milk and vanilla and fold in until smooth. Add in the gel food coloring and stir.
You’ll have that beautiful pink color afterwards.
Next, spoon ice cream into a freezer safe container, adding in half the ice cream, then half the peppermint chips and then repeating with a second layer.
Freeze for 5-6 hours or overnight. When it is time to serve, remove from freezer and let sit on the counter to soften for 5-10 minutes before using.
Gently, scoop a heaping spoonful of ice cream onto store-bought chocolate wafers. You can also use a thin cake style cookie as well. Roll the outer edges in even more peppermint. Freeze for enjoying at a later time or package in Saran Wrap to take on the go.
Homemade Peppermint Ice Cream Sandwiches Recipe
With a pop of pink and candy crunch, these Holiday Peppermint Ice Cream Sandwiches are a cool treat.
Ingredients
- 1 14-oz. can sweetened condensed milk
- 2 cups cold heavy cream
- 1/2-1 teaspoon peppermint extract, to taste
- 1-3 drops pink gel food coloring
- 2/3 cup peppermint chips, divided
Instructions
- With a mixer, beat heavy whipping cream until thick. Pour in sweetened condensed milk and vanilla and fold in until smooth. Add in the gel food coloring and stir.
- Next, spoon ice cream into a freezer safe container, adding in half the ice cream, then half the peppermint chips and then repeating with a second layer.
- Freeze for 5-6 hours or overnight. When it is time to serve, remove from freezer and let sit on the counter to soften for 5-10 minutes before using.
- Gently, scoop a heaping pile onto store-bought chocolate wafers or cake cookies. Roll in more peppermint.
- Enjoy immediately or wrap in plastic for later.