Strawberry Ice Cream Sandwiches

The perfect recipe to get kids in the kitchen

Baking Time: 13 minutes
PreparationStrawberry Ice Cream Sandwiches

The perfect recipe to get kids in the kitchen

Baking Time: 13 minutes
Preparation Time: 30 minutes
Serves: 10


Ingredients
1/2 cup (125 mL) butter, at room temperature
1/3 cup (75 mL) packed brown sugar
1/3 cup (75 mL) granulated sugar
1 Egg
1 tsp (5 mL) vanilla
1-1/3 cups (325 mL) all-purpose flour
1-1/2 tsp (7 mL) cornstarch
1/2 tsp (2 mL) baking soda
1 bar (100 g) milk chocolate, coarsely chopped (2/3 cup/150 mL)
3/4 cup (175 mL) diced Strawberries
2 cups (500 mL) vanilla, strawberry or chocolate ice cream
8 Strawberries

Instructions
In large bowl, using electric mixer, beat butter with brown and granulated sugars until fluffy. Beat in egg and vanilla. In medium bowl, whisk together flour, cornstarch and baking soda; stir with wooden spoon into butter mixture until blended. Stir in chocolate and then diced strawberries.

Scoop dough, by level 1-1/2 tablespoons (22 mL) at least 2-inches (5 cm) apart, onto 2 parchment paper-lined baking sheets; flatten slightly. Bake in 375°F (190°C) oven, one sheet at a time, for 13 minutes or until golden around edges and slightly soft in centre. Let cool on sheet on wire rack for 3 minutes. Transfer to wire rack to cool completely.

Meanwhile, scoop ice cream into 10 balls, about 3 tbsp (45 mL) per scoop. Place on parchment paper-lined baking sheet. Cover with another sheet of parchment paper; with palm of your hand, gently press ice cream down to fit width of cookies. Freeze until solid, about 30 minutes.

Meanwhile, cut whole strawberries into slices lengthwise. Place ice cream on flat side of 10 cookies; top with strawberry slices and remaining cookies, flat side down.

Nutritional information
1 Serving (When recipe serves 10):
PROTEIN: 4 grams
FAT: 16 grams
CARBOHYDRATE: 41 grams
CALORIES: 320
FIBRE: 1 gram
SODIUM: 168 mg ...read more

Strawberry Caramel Ice Cream Cake

Sweet, juicy strawberries combined with ice cream and parfait toppings makes for a refreshingStrawberry Caramel Ice Cream Cake

Sweet, juicy strawberries combined with ice cream and parfait toppings makes for a refreshing yet decadent dessert- ideal for any special gathering.

Freezing Time: 4 hours
Preparation Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 12

Ingredients
1-1/2 cups (375 mL) graham wafer crumbs
1/3 cup (75 mL) butter, melted
3 tbsp (45 mL) granulated sugar
2-1/2 cups (625 mL) pureed Strawberries
1/2 cup (125 mL) mashed Strawberries
6 cups (1.5 L) vanilla ice cream, softened
1/2 cup (125 mL) caramel sundae syrup
1/2 cup (125 mL) toasted chopped walnuts or pecans
Strawberries (whole or halved)

Instructions
In bowl, combine graham wafer crumbs, butter and 1 tbsp (15 mL) of the sugar; remove 1/2 cup (125 mL) and set aside. Press remaining crumb mixture firmly into bottom of 9-inch (23 cm) nonstick springform pan.

In bowl, combine puréed and mashed strawberries and remaining 2 tbsp (25 mL) sugar. Remove 1-1/2 cups (375 mL); cover and refrigerate until serving or for up to 24 hours.

In large bowl, combine ice cream and remaining berry mixture; spoon half into prepared crust. Smooth top and sprinkle with reserved graham crumb mixture and walnuts; drizzle with caramel syrup. Spoon remaining ice cream on top and smooth surface. Cover and freeze for 4 hours or until firm, or for up to 4 days.

To serve, top cake with strawberries in centre. Slice cake into wedges and drizzle with strawberry sauce.

Tips: Purée strawberries in blender or food processor. To mash strawberries use a potato masher or large serving fork. Pick only the best ripe strawberries and wash them just before eating.

Nutritional information
1 Serving:
Protein: 5 grams
Fat: 16 grams
Carbohydrate: 42 grams
Calories: 325
Fibre: 2 grams
Sodium: 185 mg
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