The 4th of July is one of my favorite holidays. I love the time spent with family and friends, taking the kids to the parade, watching fireworks and eating lots of delicious food. Our 4th of July spread usually includes burgers, brats, salad, watermelon and a variety of desserts. This year is sure to be a hot one (just like every other year), so we will definitely be cooling off with some yummy treats, like these Patriotic Ice Cream Sandwiches.

These ice cream sandwiches are sure to be a hit among kids and adults. Not only are the fun for the 4th of July, they also taste delicious! They are super easy to make — all you need are sugar cookies (homemade or store-bought), vanilla ice cream and red, white and blue sprinkles. I recommend making them the day before your party or gathering to give them plenty of time to freeze — you don’t want them melting too quickly in the heat!

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Patriotic Ice Cream Sandwiches

Yield: 12

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Ingredients

• 2 Dozen Sugar Cookies (Store-Bought or Homemade)
• 1/2 Gallon of Vanilla Bean Ice Cream
• Red, White & Blue Sprinkles

Instructions

1. Remove the ice cream from the freezer for about 10 minutes to soften.
2. While the ice cream is softening, place 12 cookies bottom side up on a cutting board and pour the sprinkles out on to a large plate.
3. When the ice cream is soft enough to scoop, scoop out 1 large ball and place it on one of the cookies. Take another cookie and place it on top of the ice cream. Gently apply pressure to the ice cream to “sandwich” the ice cream between the two cookies.
4. Roll the side of the sandwich in the sprinkles and immediately enjoy or place in the freezer to firm back up. Repeat this until all 12 sandwiches are assembled.
5. If you’re not eating the ice cream sandwiches immediately, wrap them individually in plastic wrap and freeze.

What’s your favorite 4th of July treat?