Ingredients and Weight:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 pint vanilla ice cream
- 1/2 cup pretzel rods, crushed
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 10 minutes
Difficulty Level: 2 (Easy)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg and vanilla.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Roll out dough on a lightly floured surface to a thickness of 1/8 inch.
- Cut out 16 circles from the dough using a 2-inch cookie cutter.
- Place half of the circles on the prepared baking sheet. Top each with a scoop of ice cream.
- Crush pretzel rods in a food processor or by placing them in a plastic bag and crushing them with a rolling pin.
- Sprinkle crushed pretzels over the ice cream.
- Top with the remaining dough circles and press down gently to seal.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until golden brown around the edges.
- Let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Nutritional Information (per sandwich):
- Calories: 250
- Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Protein: 5g
Dish Characteristics:
- Bite-sized and freezer-friendly
- Sweet and salty flavor combination
- Perfect for parties or as a quick dessert
User Comments:
- "These ice cream sandwiches were a hit at my party! They were so easy to make and the combination of flavors was delicious."
- "I love that these are freezer-friendly so I can always have a sweet treat on hand."
- "The crushed pretzels add the perfect crunch to these sandwiches."
- "My kids loved these! They were so easy to eat and the ice cream didn't melt too quickly."
- "I would definitely recommend these ice cream sandwiches to anyone looking for a quick and easy dessert."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- If the dough is too sticky, refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before rolling out.
- To prevent the ice cream from melting too quickly, place the sandwiches in the freezer for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- You can use your favorite ice cream flavor instead of vanilla.
- For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free flour blend and gluten-free pretzels.
