These coffee caramel ice cream sandwiches are cold, creamy, and dangerously addictive. Bold coffee ice cream meets gooey caramel, all hugged by chewy cookies. Store-bought versions? Forget them. This homemade version brings a perfect balance of bitter coffee and buttery sweetness. Each bite melts in your mouth while making you question all past dessert choices. They’re messy, indulgent, and worth every single sticky finger. Whether you enjoy them on a hot day or just because you deserve a treat, they disappear from the freezer way too fast.
Coffee Caramel Ice Cream Sandwiches
Chewy cookies sandwich a creamy coffee ice cream filling drizzled with caramel, creating a perfect frozen treat for caffeine and dessert lovers alike.
Ingredients
For the Cookies:
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter softened
- ¾ cup brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp brewed coffee cooled
For the Ice Cream Filling:
- 2 cups coffee ice cream softened
- ½ cup caramel sauce
Instructions
Make the Cookies:
- Preheat oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Whisk flour, baking soda, and salt in a bowl.
- Beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Mix in egg, vanilla, and coffee until smooth.
- Slowly add dry ingredients, mixing until combined.
- Scoop dough onto the baking sheet, leaving space between each.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes, then let cool completely.
Assemble the Sandwiches:
- Scoop coffee ice cream onto half the cookies.
- Drizzle caramel sauce over the ice cream.
- Top with remaining cookies, pressing gently.
- Freeze for at least 2 hours before serving
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: ~320
- Total Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
Vitamins & Minerals (Per Serving)
- Calcium: 6%
- Iron: 5%
- Potassium: 4%
Additional Notes/Tips
- Use espresso ice cream for a stronger kick.
- Roll edges in chocolate chips or nuts for extra texture.
- Let sit for 5 minutes before eating for perfect softness.
- Pair with iced coffee for the ultimate caffeine overload.
