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Skinny cow birthday cake ice cream sandwich with sprinkles
Vicky Sharma

Skinny Cow Birthday Cake Ice Cream Sandwich Recipe

A fun and lighter homemade version of a Skinny Cow birthday cake ice cream sandwich made with soft vanilla cookies, creamy vanilla ice cream, and colorful sprinkles. This easy frozen dessert tastes like classic birthday cake in an ice cream sandwich and is perfect for summer treats or celebrations.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Layers
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter softened
  • ⅓ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Ice Cream Filling
  • 2 cups light vanilla ice cream slightly softened
  • 2 tablespoons rainbow sprinkles

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Hand mixer or whisk
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Cookie scoop or spoon
  • Spatula
  • Freezer-safe tray

Method
 

Step 1 – Prepare the Cookie Dough
  1. In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
    In another bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar until smooth. Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until fully combined. Gradually add the dry ingredients and mix until a soft dough forms.
    mixing cookie dough for birthday cake ice cream sandwich
Step 2 – Preheat the Oven
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 3 – Shape the Cookies
  1. Scoop small portions of dough and flatten them into circles about 2½ inches wide. Keep the cookies evenly spaced on the baking sheet.
    shaping cookie dough for ice cream sandwich cookies
Step 4 – Bake the Cookies
  1. Bake the cookies for 8–10 minutes, until the edges turn lightly golden. Remove them from the oven and allow them to cool completely before assembling.
    baking cookies for a birthday cake ice cream sandwich
Step 5 – Prepare the Ice Cream Filling
  1. Place the slightly softened vanilla ice cream in a bowl and gently fold in the rainbow sprinkles until evenly mixed.
Step 6 – Assemble the Sandwiches
  1. Place a scoop of ice cream onto the flat side of one cookie. Top with another cookie and gently press together to form a sandwich.
Step 7 – Freeze the Sandwiches
  1. Place the assembled sandwiches on a tray lined with parchment paper and freeze for 1–2 hours until firm.
Step 8 – Serve
  1. Serve immediately or wrap individually and store in the freezer for later.

Notes

• Allow cookies to cool completely before adding ice cream to prevent melting.
• Do not overbake the cookies; slightly soft cookies make better sandwiches.
• Let the ice cream soften for 5–7 minutes so it spreads easily.
• Freeze the sandwiches after assembling so they hold their shape when served.
Recipe Tips
Make Ahead:
You can prepare the sandwiches up to 2 weeks in advance and freeze them.
Storage:
Wrap each sandwich in parchment paper and store in an airtight container in the freezer.