Black Raspberry Ice Cream Sandwiches are a refreshing and indulgent treat that combine the sweet, tart flavor of black raspberries with the creamy richness of homemade ice cream, all nestled between soft, chewy cookies. This dessert is perfect for summer gatherings, picnics, or whenever you’re craving a fun, frozen treat. The unique flavor of black raspberries adds a twist to the classic ice cream sandwich, making it a standout dessert.
To make black raspberry ice cream sandwiches, start by making the ice cream. Blend fresh black raspberries with heavy cream, milk, sugar, and a touch of vanilla extract. Once the mixture is smooth, churn it in an ice cream maker according to the manufacturer’s instructions until it reaches a thick, scoopable consistency. If you don’t have an ice cream maker, you can freeze the mixture in a shallow pan and stir every 30 minutes until it’s firm and creamy.
While the ice cream is freezing, bake your favorite cookie dough. Soft, chewy cookies like chocolate chip, oatmeal, or sugar cookies work wonderfully for this sandwich. Make sure to bake the cookies just until they are golden around the edges to keep them soft for the sandwiches. Allow the cookies to cool completely before assembling.
Once the cookies are ready, scoop a generous amount of black raspberry ice cream onto the bottom of one cookie and gently press another cookie on top. Roll the edges in crushed black raspberries or sprinkles for an extra burst of color and flavor. Place the sandwiches in the freezer to firm up before serving.
These black raspberry ice cream sandwiches are the perfect balance of sweet, tart, and creamy, offering a delicious twist on the traditional ice cream sandwich.
Ingredients
- 2 cups black raspberry ice cream softened
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder high-quality
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the cocoa powder, flour, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large bowl, beat the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized amounts of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Flatten slightly.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the cookies are set. Allow to cool completely.
- Once the cookies are cool, place a scoop of softened black raspberry ice cream on the flat side of half of the cookies. Top with the remaining cookies, pressing down gently to form sandwiches.
- Wrap each sandwich in plastic wrap and freeze for at least 1 hour before serving.
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Yummy!! Kids loved them! Gonna add some sprinkles next time for fun.
Can I use a different flavor of ice cream? My store didn’t have black raspberry.
You can totally use another flavor! Just make sure it’s one you like. It’ll still be delicious!
Wow, these are amazing! The black raspberry flavor is so unique. Will definitely make these again!
I agree, they look delish! Can’t wait to try the black raspberry flavor! 🍦
Not sure about cocoa powder in a cookie. My cookies turned out too dry, maybe more butter would help?
Yeah, my cookies were dry too before I added more butter. I don’t get why they put cocoa powder in cookies, it makes them weird!
I think the cocoa powder is what makes them special! But maybe you just baked them too long? More butter sounds good too!
Easy to follow, but man, cleaning up after was a mess! I got chocolate everywhere.
Tried making these but I used strawberry ice cream instead. Still yum, will try as written next time!
These look great! But why use unsweetened cocoa? Shouldn’t it be sweetened?
Is it just me or does cocoa powder make everything bitter? Just sayin’.
Yummy! My kids loved them! Even my picky eater! 👍
That’s awesome! It’s great to hear your kids enjoyed it! I’ll have to try making these soon! 😊
Wow… just wow! Best ice cream sandwiches ever! The flavor is amazing!
I totally agree! These ice cream sandwiches are the best part of summer! 🍦
They sound good, but I dunno about black raspberry… can’t you just use vanilla?
Yikes, not a fan… The cocoa was too bitter for my taste.
OMG, I just made these and they are so dang good! I used vanilla ice cream tho. Still yum!
These are incredible! I loved the combination of chocolate and raspberry. Easy to make and so delicious!
I totally agree! The blend of chocolate and raspberry is just out of this world! I made a batch last night and they were gone within minutes!
These sound dangerously good. The black raspberry + cocoa combo is perfect for ice cream sandwiches. My only tweak would be to bake 1-2 minutes less so they stay chewy.
5 stars for sure! Actually, 100 stars! I’m making them again today.
I’m so glad you loved it! It’s one of my favorites too. Enjoy making them again!
Not sure why it says ‘cookies are set’ at 8-10 min—mine looked underdone at 9 and I panicked, so I baked 2 more minutes. Still turned out okay though.
Followed the recipe to a T, but my cookies turned out too hard. What did I do wrong?
I think the recipe needs more sugar. Mine turned out kinda bitter. Not sure if I’ll try again.
These sandwiches are a dream! Perfect for summer. 🍦
Never heard of black raspberry before, sounds weird! Can I use chocolate instead?
Too much cocoa for me. I think less would be better.
I made these but they didn’t turn out right. The dough was too sticky. 😕 What did I do wrong?
Yummy!!!
These were a hit at my family reunion! So delicious! 🍦❤️
So glad you loved them! They really are a crowd-pleaser! Can’t wait to try them at my next get-together. 🍦
Too complicated for me, I just wanted a sweet treat not a science project. Bleh!
I get what you mean! Some recipes just seem like too much work for a treat. I like simple too! 🍪
I don’t get what all the fuss is about. They were just okay. 😒
I made something similar but my cookies came out a little dry. I think my butter wasn’t actually softened enough—next time I’ll cream it longer like the recipe says.
Ice cream sandwiches?? I thought this was a cookie recipe. Confused. 🙃
This seems too complicated for a simple ice cream sandwich! Kinda scared to try it.
Nah, it’s not that hard. You just have to follow the instructions. Don’t be scared!
I thought it looked complicated too, but it’s actually fun to make! Just take it step by step! 😊
Yum! Made these yesterday and they disappeared fast! My kids love them!
Easy to follow and super tasty! I added some sprinkles for fun.
Sprinkles? That’s a great idea! I’ll try that next time.
High-quality cocoa makes a difference, for sure. The dough smelled like brownies, which is a compliment. Freezing helped them hold shape.
Yes!! High-quality cocoa really shows up in the flavor. And “smelled like brownies” is exactly what I want from these—nice win. Freezing to keep the shape is such a smart move too.
I’m kinda surprised freezing helped “hold shape” since you’re already baking them, you know? I tried something like this and my sandwiches melted fast lol. Still tho, brownie smell sounds legit—maybe I’ll use better cocoa next time.
Way too much cocoa for my taste. I love chocolate, but this was almost like eating chocolate dust. Ice cream helped, but I wouldn’t add more.
These were insanely good—rich cocoa cookies with that bright raspberry flavor. Mine took a little longer to bake (closer to 11 mins), but otherwise perfect.
I didn’t wrap in plastic wrap and they got freezer burn after a couple days. Learn from my mistake—wrap them tight.
Ugh, freezer burn is the worst 😩 Thanks for the reminder—wrapping tight makes a big difference. I’ll do the plastic wrap thing this time.
The flour measurement seems odd—1 1/2 cups is a lot for only 1 tsp vanilla and 1 egg? I followed it exactly and got thick, crumbly dough. Could be just my oven.
These are elite. I love that it’s a shortcut: scoop, bake, cool, sandwich, freeze. The texture after freezing was legit.
I’m not sure I get it though—are those cookies supposed to be thick like actual cookies or more like thin crackers? I followed it and mine spread a lot… still tasty, just not the same texture.
Right?? The freezing step really makes them hold together. I tried a different combo before and it was never that “real ice cream sandwich” vibe.
Not sure black raspberries are ripe so I used strawberries instead. Still tasted alright, but not the same!
Strawberries are good too! Don’t worry, it’ll still be yummy. 😋
Not gonna lie, I messed up the recipe but it still tastes great. Still gave it a thumbs up!
It took me forever to bake the cookies, but I think I didn’t follow the instructions right. Should’ve set a timer. But they did taste good.
Not really a fan of ice cream sandwiches, but my kids loved this! So I guess it works for them! 🥳
Followed the recipe, but my cookies came out flat. What did I do wrong? 😟
Yum! Also, can I use vanilla ice cream instead? Asking for a friend!
Super easy to make! I love the chocolate cookie with raspberry ice cream. Yum!
Don’t trust this recipe! Tried it and they came out flat as a pancake! Totally ruined my day. 😡
Flat cookies? Sounds like you missed a step or something. I followed the recipe and they were delish!
I’m sorry to hear that! Maybe the oven temperature was off? Mine came out great!
I think the butter is too much! Maybe if reduced lil bit it won’t be so greasy? Idk. 🤷♂️
I actually think the butter gives it a rich flavor! But I guess reducing it might work too. 😋
These were amazing! The black raspberry flavor is perfect for summer.
Very yummy! But I used too much butter. Oops! Still turned out alright tho.
These are to die for! I made them for a gathering and everyone raved about them. So delicious!
We don’t get black raspberries where I live, can I use strawberries?
Strawberries should work fine! They might taste different but still yummy. 😊
Instructions were hard to follow. What’s the point of cooling the cookies? Can I just eat em warm?
These are divine! The chocolate and raspberry combo is just perfection! 🍦💖
I’m a bit skeptical about the black raspberry flavor. Can I use vanilla instead?
Not sure about using black raspberries. Can you use regular ones instead??
Too rich for me but my husband ate 5 in one sitting! 😂
Wow, your husband must have quite the sweet tooth! 😂 I guess the richness isn’t a problem for everyone!
I don’t have black raspberries here, will blueberries work? ⛄️
I dunno, the ice cream was too soft and the cookies kinda fell apart. Maybe I did it wrong?
Delicious! Even better than the store-bought ones. Happy I found this recipe. 💖
LOL who has time to make cookies?? I just buy ’em! But these look delish!
Too many steps! I got lazy and just layered them instead of making sandwiches.
Black raspberry? Really? Everyone else uses vanilla. Not sure about this.
This is a great recipe, but where can I even find black raspberry ice cream? Kind of a weird flavor, lol.
Wow, yum! I made these for a party and everyone loved them! Will definitely make again!
These sandwiches are to die for! The combination of cocoa and raspberry is brilliant. My kids can’t get enough!
I tried these and they’re so good! But how do you even get the ice cream inside? I struggled a bit. 😂
I don’t have unsalted butter, can I use salted? Will it ruin the recipe?
My kids called them ‘frozen brownie cookies.’ 😂 I used slightly smaller scoops than tablespoon and got more sandwiches than expected.
Super easy to make! I will definitely do this again. My kids loved them!
Why on earth would you use unsweetened cocoa powder? That’s madness! Everyone knows you need sweet for ice cream! 😂
So easy and pretty fun to assemble. I rushed the cooling step though—ice cream started melting and it was messy lol. Chill longer!
Why use unsweetened cocoa? Isn’t that kinda pointless for a dessert?
Using unsweetened cocoa lets you control the sweetness yourself. Trust me, it makes the dessert richer!
This is good, but chocolate cookies with strawberry ice cream is betta!
Just okay. I expected better from a recipe with such fancy ingredients.
I think the ingredients are amazing! Maybe you just didn’t like black raspberry? I’d still give it a try!
I found the dough too sticky, not sure if I did somethin wrong. 🤔
I don’t think you did anything wrong! Dough can be sticky sometimes, especially with butter and sugar. Maybe add a bit more flour next time?
It shouldnt be sticky! Did you measure everything right? Sometimes people forget to pack the cocoa powder down, it can mess things up.
YUMM!! So good! Everyone loved them at the party! Will make again!
I can’t believe how good these are! I never thought of raspberry ice cream but it totally works! Thanks for sharing! 🍦
Looks easy. We’ll see if it works.
Hope it actually holds together when you freeze it—ice cream sandwiches can get messy. Let us know how they turn out!
Amazing! 👏
OMG yes. I followed the steps and the sandwiches held up well in the freezer. Also the parchment tip saved me from sticking.
I tried this recipe and my cookies came out too dry. Not sure what I did wrong.
My kids can’t get enough of these! Perfect for summer.
Pretty solid concept. I used regular cocoa because that’s what I had and they were still tasty. Next time I’ll chill the dough a bit before baking.
My cookies spread a lot and became thin. I wonder if my butter was too soft? Still tasted good, just not sandwich-shaped.
I give it 2.5 stars in my heart. Too much cocoa for me—also I baked 10 min like it said and they were still kinda underdone. Would try again with tweaks.
Great recipe but who has parchment paper lying around? 🤷♂️
I totally get you! I had to run to the store for parchment paper too. Just use greased foil if you don’t have any!
Cookies too sweet! Next time I’m reducing the sugar.
I can see how they could be too sweet! Maybe I’ll try using less sugar too next time.
Nah, I think the sweetness is perfect! Cookies need sugar, come on!
Great snack. Maybe next time I’ll add some sprinkles for color!
These are AMAZING!! The combination of chocolate and raspberry is to die for! Definitely making these again. 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
Can I use other ice cream flavors? Asking for my friend who’s not a fan of raspberry…
Quick and easy, though I used strawberry ice cream since I couldn’t find raspberry! Still turned out delish! 🍓
Black raspberry? Never heard of it! Is it like regular raspberry? 🤔
Why would you use black raspberries? Aren’t regular ones better? Confused.
Black raspberries are actually really good! They have a unique flavor that sets them apart from regular ones. Give it a try!
The ingredient list mentions “black raspberry ice cream” like it’s easy to find. I had to use blackberry instead and… it worked, but not the same vibe.
I’m skeptical about freezing + cocoa cookies… usually they get weird. But these actually stayed good and the texture was great after 2 hours.
I think my dough was too thick? The cookies came out more like dense biscuits than soft sandwich cookies. Flavor is nice though!
Hmm dense biscuits usually means the cookies got a bit overmixed or baked too long. Since the dough firms up a lot, try slightly underbaking (pull at the earlier 8 min) and don’t over-flatten—also make sure your butter is really softened, not melted. If you want softer cookies, you could chill the dough 10 minutes and then scoop and bake right away.