Description
Strawberry Shortcake Ice Cream Sandwich is a sweet, refreshing handheld dessert that transforms the classic strawberry shortcake into a frozen treat. Buttery shortcake biscuits sandwich creamy strawberry ice cream, fresh strawberries, and optional whipped cream for the ultimate summer indulgence.
Ingredients
- 6–8 shortcake biscuits (homemade or store-bought)
- 1 pint strawberry ice cream (or vanilla with strawberry swirl)
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1–2 tsp sugar (optional, for macerating berries)
- 1 cup whipped cream (optional)
Instructions
Prepare Biscuits: If using homemade shortcake biscuits, bake according to recipe and let them cool completely. Slice each biscuit horizontally to create a top and bottom layer.
- Macerate Strawberries (Optional): In a small bowl, toss sliced strawberries with sugar. Let sit for 10–15 minutes to release juices and soften.
- Soften Ice Cream: Let the ice cream sit at room temperature for 5–10 minutes until slightly softened for easier scooping and spreading.
- Assemble Sandwiches: On the bottom half of each biscuit, place a scoop of strawberry ice cream. Top with macerated strawberries and a spoonful of whipped cream, if using. Cover with the top half of the biscuit.
- Freeze or Serve: Serve immediately for a soft sandwich, or wrap each sandwich in parchment or plastic wrap and freeze for 1–2 hours for a firmer texture.
- Optional Garnish: Just before serving, dust with powdered sugar or drizzle with melted white chocolate if desired.
Notes
- Make the sandwiches ahead of time and store them in the freezer wrapped individually for grab-and-go treats.
- Try using different ice cream flavors like vanilla bean, strawberry cheesecake, or berry sorbet.
- Use a warm knife for a clean cut if slicing into halves or mini portions.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes (for homemade biscuits)
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Assembled / Frozen
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg