Description
These Pistachio Blondie Ice Cream Sandwiches combine rich, buttery blondies studded with crunchy pistachios and creamy pistachio ice cream for a delightful frozen dessert perfect for warm days or any celebration.
Ingredients
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Blondie Batter
- 1 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
- 1 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs, at room temperature
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup shelled pistachios, roughly chopped
Ice Cream
- 1 quart pistachio ice cream, slightly softened
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper for easy removal of the blondies.
- Mix wet ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the melted and cooled butter, light brown sugar, and granulated sugar until the mixture is smooth and combined.
- Add eggs and vanilla: Incorporate the eggs and vanilla extract into the sugar-butter mixture, whisking until fully combined and slightly fluffy.
- Combine dry ingredients: Stir in the flour, baking powder, and salt just until a thick batter forms without overmixing to keep the blondies tender.
- Fold in pistachios: Gently fold the roughly chopped pistachios into the batter ensuring even distribution.
- Bake the blondies: Spread the batter evenly in the prepared baking pan, smoothing out the top. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the edges turn lightly golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out mostly clean.
- Cool the blondies: Remove the blondies from the oven and let them cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
- Assemble sandwiches: Once cooled, cut the blondie slab in half crosswise. Spread the softened pistachio ice cream evenly over one half, then carefully top with the second half. Press gently to secure.
- Freeze the sandwiches: Wrap the assembled blondie ice cream slab tightly in plastic wrap and freeze for at least 2 hours, or until firm.
- Serve: Cut into individual sandwiches using a sharp knife warmed under hot water for cleaner cuts. Serve immediately or keep frozen until ready to enjoy.
Notes
- For cleaner slices when cutting, use a sharp knife warmed under hot water and wiped dry between cuts.
- These ice cream sandwiches can be individually wrapped and stored in the freezer for up to 1 week.
