Description
Indulgent cherry brownie ice cream sandwiches blend rich chocolate goodness with sweet summer cherry notes. Cool creamy layers nestled between fudgy brownie squares promise delightful dessert magic for chocolate and fruit lovers to savor.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 1/2 cups vanilla ice cream
Dry Ingredients:
- 1/3 cup cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Flavor Enhancers and Toppings:
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup chopped cherries (fresh or frozen)
- 1/4 cup chocolate chips (for drizzle)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350F (175C) and prepare an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper, ensuring overhanging edges for easy brownie removal.
- Melt butter, then whisk together with granulated and brown sugars in a large mixing bowl until thoroughly combined. Incorporate eggs individually, mixing thoroughly after each addition, then blend in vanilla extract.
- Fold cocoa powder, flour, and salt into the wet mixture gently, avoiding overmixing to maintain the brownie’s delicate texture.
- Transfer batter evenly into prepared pan, creating a smooth surface. Bake for 20-25 minutes until center sets and a toothpick reveals minimal moist crumbs. Allow complete cooling within the pan.
- Extract brownies using parchment paper edges, then slice into 8 equal squares or 16 smaller portions for compact sandwiches.
- Soften vanilla ice cream slightly, then fold chopped cherries throughout, ensuring even distribution while maintaining a spreadable consistency.
- Arrange cherry-infused ice cream atop half the brownie squares, then gently cap with remaining brownie pieces to create sandwiches.
- Position assembled sandwiches on a baking sheet, then freeze for 1-2 hours until ice cream solidifies completely.
- Melt chocolate chips using microwave in brief 20-second intervals, stirring between each, until achieving a smooth liquid state. Artfully drizzle melted chocolate across frozen sandwiches.
- Serve immediately or individually wrap in plastic for freezer storage up to two weeks, preserving optimal texture and flavor.
Notes
- Select high-quality cocoa powder for a rich, deep chocolate flavor in brownies, ensuring intense taste and smooth texture.
- Chop cherries finely to distribute evenly throughout the ice cream, creating consistent fruity bites in each sandwich.
- Allow brownies to cool completely before assembling sandwiches to prevent ice cream from melting and maintain structural integrity.
- Use parchment paper overhang as a clever trick for easy brownie removal and clean cutting of perfect squares.
- Create gluten-free version by substituting all-purpose flour with almond or coconut flour for a dietary-friendly alternative.
- Avoid overmixing brownie batter to prevent tough, dense texture and maintain a soft, fudgy consistency.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 120 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 29 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg