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Guests will love making custom ice cream cookies at your ice cream sandwich bar. The perfect party treat for a warm summer day.
Summer is here and that mens it is time for outdoor barbecues, patriotic parties, and all manner of neighborhood gatherings. I love getting my family and friends together this time of year. And one of my favorite things to do is put together an ice cream sandwich bar.
The Ice Cream
Provide a variety of flavors of ice cream. The basic such as vanilla, chocolate and strawberry are always a good idea. I like throwing in one other fun flavor of ice cream such as Blue Moon Ice Cream or Mint Chocolate Chip. It is also nice to have a non dairy option available such as sorbet or coconut base ice cream.
The Cookies
Offer a selection of at least four cookies. I like to have a selection of four different flavors and also make the cookies different sizes, a large and a smaller size. Those who want to try a variety of flavor combos can go with the smaller cookies.
Toppings
This is the fun part. Provide a selection of toppings that guests can roll their ice cream sandwich in. Some of my favorites are:
- Rainbow sprinkles
- Mini M & M’s
- Crushed Oreo cookie
- Mini chocolate chips
- Mini ]marshmallows
- Crushed peanuts
- Toffee Bits
Tips for Putting Together An Ice Cream Bar
- Pre Scoop the ice cream. This makes things easier and the line move faster. Scoop the ice cream onto a baking sheet and then freeze until you are ready to serve. Plan on 1 qt. of ice cream for every 6 guests.
- Offer a selection of cones and bowls for those guests who don’t feel like an ice cream sandwich.
- To keep the ice cream frozen, I put the scoops into bowls and then set the bowls into containers full of ice. Depending on your temperature, you might need to use dry ice to keep the ice cream from melting too quickly.
I think the process of making the ice cream sandwiches is almost as fun as eating them!
But eating them is definitely the best. Be sure to have plenty of napkins on hand as they can be a bit messy!
You should also check out the fun Ice Cream Soda bar we have enjoyed at our neighborhood parties! Also be sure and try this Ice Cream Sandwich Snack Board idea.
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Vicki says
Hi. I am planning a ‘late’ graduation party for my son.
Can I make the cookies ahead of time and freeze them?
Can I do the same with non frosted cupcakes. I have never
tried freezing these…just wondering if they are still good
out of the freezer.
Dawn says
We have an annual ice-cream party and I’m always looking for new ways to make a splash! I love love love this idea, and it looks like they had an amazing time! I would love to share with my readers!
Paula says
I love this idea! Fabulous thought on pre-scooping! Thanks for sharing it.
lisa says
just discovered your blog and i love your posts, so inspiring to seek out the beauty in life. and our family enjoyed homemade ice cream sandwiches tonight, thank you!
FoodontheTable says
This is so cool! The table looks beautiful.