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    PB&J Ice Cream Sandwiches

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    By Alisa Fleming on June 12, 2015 Alisa's Favorite Dairy-Free Recipes, Dairy Free Desserts, Dairy-Free Recipes

    We all have those days when a sweet, creamy indulgence is simply in order. Perhaps for cooling off on an active hot summer afternoon, at a celebration with friends and family, savoring on the porch after a light supper, or even winding down with a little reward after a hard week. I found myself  having one of those days, and decided to whip up something nostalgic, a little decadent and somewhat childish all at once: dairy-free PB&J ice cream sandwiches.

    PB&J Ice Cream Sandwiches - perfectly peanut butter cookies, dairy-free strarwberry ice cream and magical peanut butter coating (naturally vegan, gluten-free, soy-free)

    I thought it only fitting to post the recipe for this extra-special treat on National Peanut Butter Cookie Day! But have no fear my food allergic friends, these PB&J ice cream sandwiches have an SB&J option below, too. Also, they just happen to be vegan, gluten-fee, and soy-free – this wasn’t planned, but it just worked out that way!

    PB&J Ice Cream Sandwiches - perfectly peanut butter cookies, dairy-free strarwberry ice cream and magical peanut butter coating (naturally vegan, gluten-free, soy-free)

    Nonetheless, every last morsel of these PB&J ice cream sandwiches is pure, sweet, over-the-top goodness. I started with some oat and peanut butter-based cookies, going for that perfect thickness and wafer-crispy consistency that isn’t hard when frozen. Then, I layered on some So Delicious Dairy Free Simply Strawberry Ice Cream … but I also recommend Oregon Mixed Berry as an amazing PB&J ice cream alternative. Both varieties are creamy berry bliss! Finally, I drizzled the whole thing with a quick, sweet, magical peanut butter shell (from Go Dairy Free: The Guide and Cookbook) which sets up like a cocoa-free chocolaty coating in minutes. Boom! Addictive, guilty, delicious.

    And don’t let the slight cookie crumbles below mislead. When frozen solid and enjoyed with teeth (not quite soft and with a cookie cutter like in this picture!) we found them easy to eat. Though I can’t promise that the ice cream and coating won’t get wonderfully melty on a hot day!

    PB&J Ice Cream Sandwiches - perfectly peanut butter cookies, dairy-free strarwberry ice cream and magical peanut butter coating (naturally vegan, gluten-free, soy-free)

    This post is sponsored by So Delicious Dairy Free, but the desire to make and devour these PB&J ice cream sandwiches was all mine. Every last bight was indulged in our home. 

    Special Diet Notes: PB&J Ice Cream Sandwiches

    Go Dairy Free - The Guide and Cookbook for Milk Allergies, Lactose Intolerance and Casein-Free LivingBy ingredients, this recipe is dairy-free / non-dairy, egg-free, gluten-free, tree nut-free, soy-free, vegan / plant-based and vegetarian.

    For peanut-free PB& J ice cream sandwiches, use SunButter in both the cookies and the coating. Note that it may turn the cookies a slight greenish tinge due to a reaction of the sunflower seeds with the baking soda. This is normal, edible, and does not affect taste. Plus, you can cover up the evidence with the magical SunButter coating!

    Unrefined Sugar Option: Please note that I haven’t tested it yet, but because these PB&J ice cream sandwiches are plenty sweet, you shouldn’t have a problem finely grinding coconut sugar and using it as a substitute for the brown sugar in the cookies. When finely ground and then blended into the magical peanut butter shell, it should also work as a sub for the powdered sugar, but will change the flavor and consistency a fair bit. If you are a coconut sugar fan, then it should be fine!

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    PB&J Ice Cream Sandwiches
     
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    Prep time
    60 mins
    Cook time
    10 mins
    Total time
    1 hour 10 mins
     
    The peanut butter cookies are almost like a sweet shortbread, which can be shaped, rolled or cut, but have a delicate texture that holds together nicely when frozen. Note that I use a natural peanut butter in this recipe, which is soft and a bit runny at room temperature. Also, the peanut butter shell is from my book, Go Dairy Free: The Guide and Cookbook.
    Author: Alisa Fleming
    Serves: 8 ice cream sandwiches
    Ingredients
    Peanut Butter Cookie Sandwiches
    • ¾ cup unsalted creamy natural peanut butter (see post above for peanut-free option)
    • ½ cup packed brown sugar
    • ¼ cup maple syrup (I use NOW foods Grade B)
    • 2 tablespoons dairy-free buttery spread (such as Melt Organic)
    • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
    • ½ cup oats (certified gluten-free, if needed)
    • ½ teaspoon baking soda
    • ⅛ teaspoon salt (omit if using salted PB)
    • 1 pint So Delicious Simply Strawberry or Oregon Mixed Berry Coconut Milk Ice Cream, softened
    Peanut Butter Magic Shell
    • ¾ cup powdered sugar
    • ½ cup unsalted creamy natural peanut butter (see post above for peanut-free option)
    • ¼ cup coconut oil, melted
    • ½ teaspoon real vanilla flavoring (or extract)
    • 2 pinches salt (omit if using salted PB)
    Instructions
    Peanut Butter Cookie Sandwiches
    1. Preheat your oven to 350ºF and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
    2. Place the peanut butter, sugar, buttery spread, maple syrup and vanilla in a mixing bowl and blend until smooth (about 1 to 2 minutes).
    3. Place the oats in a spice grinder or small food processor and blend into a flour (about 60 seconds). Add the baking soda and salt and quickly pulse to combine.
    4. Add the oat mixture to your mixing bowl and stir or mix until combined. It will look crumbly..
    5. Bring the dough together into 16 cookie balls (about 1½ inches wide each) and flatten onto your prepared baking sheet to your desired shape and thickness - they will puff up slightly but won't spread. Alternately, bring the dough together and roll the dough out and cut into desired shapes. The dough will be crumbly, but does hold together when shaped.
    6. Bake for 9 to 10 minutes, or until just beginning to darken around the edges. Let cool for 15 minutes on the baking sheet then carefully move to a wire wrack to cool completely. They are crumbly when hot, but set up nicely when cool.
    7. Freeze the cookies for 30 minutes or up to overnight.
    8. Scoop some of the softened ice cream onto the bottom side of one cookie, place a second cookie on top, lightly pressing down to bring it all together. Smooth and fill-in the edges as needed. Repeat until you have about 8 sandwich cookies.
    9. Place the sandwich cookies in your freezer (unwrapped is okay) and freeze until solid (about 1 to 2 hours).
    Peanut Butter Magic Shell
    1. Blend all ingredients in a blender until smooth and pourable.
    2. Drizzle the mixture over each ice cream sandwich, one at a time, quickly spreading to drizzle it over the sides. Add as much as you like!
    3. Eat immediately or freeze until solid. Tightly wrap each PB&J ice cream sandwich in plastic wrap and freeze to store.
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    Alisa is the founder of GoDairyFree.org, Food Editor for Allergic Living magazine, and author of the best-selling dairy-free book, Go Dairy Free: The Guide and Cookbook for Milk Allergies, Lactose Intolerance, and Casein-Free Living, and the new cookbook, Eat Dairy Free: Your Essential Cookbook for Everyday Meals, Snacks, and Sweets. Alisa is also a professional recipe creator and product ambassador for the natural food industry.

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    45 Comments

    1. Harriet Emily on June 30, 2015 1:37 pm

      These look incredible! I’m soooo glad I’ve found your site – there’s so many amazing recipes! I can’t wait to try these. Ice cream sandwiches are my favourite!! 🙂

      Reply
      • Alisa Fleming on June 30, 2015 2:22 pm

        Thanks Harriet! I’m glad you found us too 🙂

        Reply
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    3. Colorado Gal on June 20, 2015 6:04 am

      This looks SO good! My fiance loves ice cream sandwiches is general so I’ll have to try this!

      Reply
      • Alisa Fleming on June 20, 2015 4:38 pm

        Thank you! It definitely tastes good 🙂

        Reply
    4. Amanda - RunToTheFinish on June 19, 2015 10:36 am

      I just can’t even with these sandwiches, they are like every amazing thing all rolled in to one!!

      Reply
      • Alisa Fleming on June 20, 2015 4:40 pm

        They really are 🙂

        Reply
    5. Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine on June 19, 2015 8:24 am

      That PB topping just does it for me! Pinned the moment I saw these!

      Reply
      • Alisa Fleming on June 19, 2015 9:01 am

        Thanks Rebecca!

        Reply
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    7. Kim - Liv Life on June 15, 2015 9:00 pm

      We are a dairy free household, and the one thing my son misses is ice cream. He’s just home from college for a few week, and I think these are just what he needs!! (And gorgeous pics, btw…!0

      Reply
      • Alisa Fleming on June 17, 2015 6:52 am

        Thank you Kim!

        Reply
    8. Kristina on June 15, 2015 6:30 pm

      I am craving strawberry ice cream now… these look SO good!

      Reply
      • Alisa Fleming on June 17, 2015 6:52 am

        Your recipes always give me cravings Kristina – glad I can return the favor 🙂

        Reply
    9. lindsay on June 15, 2015 11:21 am

      seriously have out done yourself. I NEED THESE in my life. Swooooon!

      Reply
      • Alisa Fleming on June 15, 2015 11:54 am

        Thank you Lindsay!

        Reply
    10. Arman @ thebigmansworld on June 13, 2015 4:29 pm

      Had this on my mind all day Alisa- Going to be a disappointment getting sorbet tonight when I can’t dig into this!

      Reply
      • Alisa Fleming on June 14, 2015 8:19 am

        Honestly, I had just a scoop of dairy-free ice cream last night because we ran out of these sandwiches, and it was totally underwhelming! Now I’m addicted to over the top frozen desserts. Sigh.

        Reply
    11. Shirley @ gfe & All Gluten-Free Desserts on June 13, 2015 3:09 pm

      Good heavens, those look amazing! That Peanut Butter Magic Shell?! Genius! I have to admit that I didn’t celebrate National Peanut Butter Cookie Day so now I must catch up!

      Shirley

      Reply
      • Alisa Fleming on June 14, 2015 8:19 am

        I know, not like you to miss a sweet holiday Shirley!

        Reply
    12. Kristen @ A Mind Full Mom on June 13, 2015 5:28 am

      Alisa, These look simply perfect. I love ANYTHING peanut butter and these are just a great treat for the summer!

      Reply
      • Alisa Fleming on June 13, 2015 9:26 am

        We love PB, too, Kristen and are seriously addicted to these!

        Reply
    13. Des @ Life's Ambrosia on June 13, 2015 12:58 am

      My son would live off PB&J if I let him. I just know that the would love this for an afternoon snack!

      Reply
      • Alisa Fleming on June 13, 2015 9:26 am

        It’s just a winning combo for all ages 🙂 This version isn’t “jammy” but rather cool & creamy so it appeals to summery taste buds, too!

        Reply
    14. Abigail on June 12, 2015 2:45 pm

      Oh wow! These ice cream sandwiches are screaming summer deliciousness! And that peanut butter magic shell is totally awesome!

      Reply
      • Alisa Fleming on June 12, 2015 4:39 pm

        The magic shell is a favorite – thanks Abigail!

        Reply
    15. Ricki on June 12, 2015 1:22 pm

      Holy MOLY, do these ever look amazing!! I will have to sub with almond butter–I bet they’d be incredible. Drool!!

      Reply
      • Alisa Fleming on June 12, 2015 1:32 pm

        Thank you Ricki! Yes, equally amazing with a good creamy almond butter 🙂

        Reply
    16. Julia on June 12, 2015 12:51 pm

      These look dangerously good! I love the PB & J twist. I think I would eat more than one if they were in front of me.

      Reply
      • Alisa Fleming on June 12, 2015 12:58 pm

        They are dangerous – I made quite a few in testing and am tempted to eat one for lunch!

        Reply
    17. Lydia @ Suitcase Foodist on June 12, 2015 12:22 pm

      This looks just heavenly. My husband can’t do dairy and I am always on the hunt for great dairy-free desserts. Cheers!

      Reply
      • Alisa Fleming on June 12, 2015 12:29 pm

        Thank you! And when you want something quick, you can just whip up the peanut butter magic shell and serve it over the ice cream Lydia!

        Reply
    18. Debra @ Bowl Me Over on June 12, 2015 11:20 am

      Oh my gosh, do these ever look delicious, pinning!!

      Reply
      • Alisa Fleming on June 12, 2015 12:30 pm

        Thank you Debra! And I love your website name 🙂

        Reply
    19. Liz S. on June 12, 2015 10:19 am

      Such gorgeous ice cream sandwiches!

      Reply
      • Alisa Fleming on June 12, 2015 10:35 am

        Thank you Liz!

        Reply
    20. Kim on June 12, 2015 9:19 am

      Oh my goodness! That is all I can say. Oh my!

      Reply
      • Alisa Fleming on June 12, 2015 12:30 pm

        That’s what I said when I ate them, too Kim.

        Reply
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