Description
Indulge in the delectable experience of a walnut shortbread dulce de leche ice cream sandwich. This delightful dessert features buttery walnut shortbread cookies that perfectly complement the creamy richness of homemade dulce de leche ice cream. Whether you’re hosting a summer gathering or enjoying a cozy night in, these ice cream sandwiches are not just a treat; they’re an impressive way to satisfy your sweet cravings. With a combination of nutty flavors and silky textures, this recipe is easy to make and customize, ensuring everyone gets a taste of something special.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chopped walnuts
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup milk
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 2/3 cups dulce de leche
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Mix flour and salt in a bowl, then add chopped walnuts.
- In a stand mixer, cream together butter and powdered sugar until fluffy; incorporate vanilla.
- Gradually mix in dry ingredients until combined; chill dough for 30 minutes.
- Roll out dough to 1/4 inch thick, cut into rounds, and refrigerate for another 15 minutes.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes until lightly browned; cool completely on wire racks.
- For the ice cream, simmer milk, heavy cream, salt, and dulce de leche until dissolved. Cool and churn according to your ice cream maker’s instructions.
- Assemble by placing ice cream between two cookies and roll edges in chopped walnuts if desired.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 60mg