It is getting so warm in Sacramento! I know it is just April, but it sure does feel like summer around here! The warm weather definitely inspired this adorable Easter treat. When we brainstormed fun Easter treats for families, this little gem was an easy choice to make. What kid doesn’t like ice cream, cookies and sprinkles? It is such a simple dessert that would have kids completely excited. These whimsical Easter bunny ice cream sandwiches can be made in no time and will certainly make any child beam from ear to ear.
Growing up, I remember loving desserts that celebrated holidays. Whether it was green cookies for St. Patrick’s Day or a patriotic cupcake with a star, I loved when food got sweet, festive and fun. Counting down the days before a holiday always brought so much exciting anticipation. Whenever we had an opportunity to make and enjoy a dessert that celebrated a holiday, that treat tasted even sweeter. I can imagine kids loving to help with each step of these Easter bunny ice cream sandwiches. Whether it is licking the batter spoon or rolling the cookie in the sprinkles, these cookie sandwiches would be a delightful experience for a kid. I know two big kids who loved every step of the process – especially the eating part!
Before or after an egg hunt, these Easter bunny ice cream sandwiches would be a serious hit. This fun treat would be such a surprise for any kid. Ending a fun day with these bunny cookie sandwiches would be the perfect ending to a great celebration.
The best thing about these Easter bunny ice cream sandwiches is that they are so incredibly easy to make. You could even skip the cookie making part and simply buy pre-made dough. This treat would be even simpler with that smart shortcut! After making the dough, cutting out the bunnies and placing them in the oven, it takes almost no effort to make them sweet and adorable. Just take a scoop of your favorite ice cream, spread it over the cookie and then roll it in festive sprinkles! It does not get easier than that! Plus, any child will surely be amazed by what only took you a matter of minutes to make! You and your little ones will absolutely love these Easter bunny ice cream sandwiches. This nostalgic and sweet delight is the perfect Easter treat!
Ingredients
- 2 3/4 cups Flour
- 1/2 teaspoon Baking Powder
- 1 teaspoon Baking Soda
- 1 stick of Butter, melted
- 1 Egg
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla
- 1 1/2 cups Sugar
- 1 pint Ice Cream of choice
- 1 cup Sprinkles
Instructions
- For the cookies, preheat oven to 375 degrees. In a large bowl, add the flour, baking powder and baking soda. In a separate large bowl, mix the butter and sugar together until it becomes smooth in texture. Add the egg and vanilla to the same bowl and beat the egg.
- Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients. Mix until dough is softened. Roll out the dough using a rolling pin and a floured surface. Cut out a bunny using any bunny cookie cutter of choice and place apart on a greased cookie sheet.
- Bake 8 to 10 minutes or until golden. Make sure to fully let cool before adding the ice cream.
- Place one scoop of ice cream on one cookie and spread. Top the cookie with another. Roll all sides in sprinkles. Enjoy!
4 Comments
Jeff
Very nice post. love me some ice cream sandwiches!
Dan
Thanks Jeff! Us too!
Mitch
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Dan
Great to hear Mitch. As of now we don’t have guest bloggers, but feel free to PM us. Thanks!