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We are in love with this quick and easy 4th of July Ice Cream Sandwich Recipe. It is so simple but super festive making it the perfect 4th of July dessert.
You only need 2 ingredients to make this recipe. There is no baking, no mixing in a bowl which means no mess at all. If you love an easy but festive idea, this is the recipe to make.
Jazz up your 4th of July desserts with these 4th of July Ice cream sandwiches. They are sure to be a hit. You may also love 4th of July Icebox Cake Recipe, Easy Firecracker Cupcakes for 4th of July, and Fun and Easy 4th of July Drink Recipes.
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Why We Love This Recipe
I love how patriotic these ice cream sandwiches look for July 4th, Memorial Day and more. Also, they really work for anything so feel free to change the colors and use them for other cookouts or parties.
This is such a fun treat for the kids without doing a lot of work. These fun ice cream sandwiches are super easy. The kids can make these and be proud to serve them at their 4th of July party.
Ingredients
- Ice Cream Sandwiches – Feel free to use any flavor of ice cream
- 4th of July Sprinkles – You can easily find red white and blue sprinkles at the grocery store or you can purchase them online.
Scroll to the bottom for the full recipe in the recipe card.
Variations Ideas
- Chocolate Chips – Feel free to use mini chocolate chips to dip the ice cream sandwiches in.
- Mini M&M – During the holidays, they have festive M&M’s that you can use.
- Chopped Nuts – Dip the ice cream sandwiches in chopped pecans, peanuts or walnuts for added texture.
- Toppings – Make a Easy Ice Cream Sandwich Cake Recipe by adding a layer of ice cream sandwiches in a pan. Top with whipped topping, cool whip and Oreo cookies. Drizzle with chocolate syrup, caramel sauce, or hot fudge sauce for a delicious variation. You can even use magic shell.
How to Make Patriotic Ice Cream Sandwiches
- Step 1 – Unwrap each ice cream sandwich one at a time.
- Step 2 – Place the festive sprinkles onto a flat surface.
- Step 3 – Place the ice cream sandwich down onto the place with the ice cream down so the sprinkles stick to the ice cream. Coat all four sides.
- Step 4 – Place the ice cream sandwich back into the freezer to freeze again. Continue to do this with each ice cream sandwich.
- Step 5 – Serve when you are ready and enjoy!
Expert Tips
- Serving – I like to separate them with parchment paper and everyone also has something handy to hold their dessert in.
- Work Quickly – To prevent the ice cream sandwiches from melting, make sure you work quickly by placing the sprinkles on the ice cream sandwich.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, you can use the wrapper that the ice cream sandwiches came in or wrap in plastic wrap. This will help to prevent them from getting frost bite.
They will last as long as the date on the package that the ice cream sandwich came in.
Yes, this is the perfect recipe to make your ice cream sandwiches from scratch. We love using this Easy Homemade Ice Cream Sandwiches with simple ingredients.
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4th of July Ice Cream Sandwich Recipe
Ingredients
- 6 ice cream sandwiches
- 4 th of July sprinkles
Instructions
- Unwrap each ice cream sandwich one at a time.
- Place the festive sprinkles onto a plate.
- Place the ice cream sandwich down onto the plate with the ice cream down so the sprinkles stick to the ice cream. Coat all four sides.
- Place the ice cream sandwich back into the freezer to freeze again. Continue to do this with each ice cream sandwich.
- Serve when you are ready and enjoy!
