Cookie Dough Ice Cream Bites – The Perfect Frozen Treat! Okay, so these Cookie Dough Ice Cream Bites? They’re exactly what they sound like—and trust me, they’re about to become your new favorite frozen dessert. Just imagine: homemade chocolate chip cookie dough, creamy French vanilla ice cream, and a smooth, sweet chocolate shell. Every bite is pure happiness, and honestly, they’re so easy to make that everyone will be obsessed!
Wait, How Is It Almost Summer Already?
You guys, I looked at the calendar the other day and freaked out—Memorial Day is literally just a week away! How did that happen? This whole month has flown by. It felt slow at times, but then I blinked, and suddenly, summer is almost here.
But Seriously, I’m So Excited for Summer!
I love everything about summer—the long, sunny days, warm nights, even the sticky humidity. Bring it all on! And you know what’s the best way to celebrate? Ice cream. There’s just something magical about it—cold, creamy, and totally irresistible.
Why These Bites Are a Must-Make
When I realized how close Memorial Day was, my brain immediately went to ice cream recipes. The cookie dough Blizzard from Dairy Queen was my childhood favorite, and my sister-in-law, Lyndsie, constantly begs me to make anything with cookie dough chunks—she’s obsessed.
So, thinking of Lynds, I asked myself: What’s a super yummy, easy-to-make treat with that classic cookie dough flavor? And that’s how these little bites came to life. Picture this: a layer of soft, homemade cookie dough, a thick scoop of vanilla ice cream, and a crisp chocolate coating. I mean… how could anyone resist?
Let’s Break It Down – Step by Step
Step 1: Make the Cookie Dough
This dough is my absolute favorite—no eggs, lightly sweetened, but still crazy delicious. Here’s what you’ll need: almond flour (or oat flour works too!), cashew butter, honey, butter, vanilla, and mini chocolate chips.
Just dump everything into a bowl and mix—no fancy techniques, no complicated steps. The best part? The cashew butter makes it taste just like classic cookie dough, even before adding the chocolate chips.
Step 2: Assemble the Layers
First, grab a square baking pan and line it with parchment paper. Press the cookie dough into the bottom in an even layer, then pop it in the freezer for a few minutes to firm up. Next, spread a thick layer of vanilla ice cream over the top (I love using Tillamook—it’s so creamy!).
Now, freeze it really well. At least 4 hours, but if you can wait, overnight is even better. The firmer it gets, the easier it’ll be to cut and dip later.
Step 3: Cut & Freeze Again
Once solid, slice the slab into little squares—I usually get 32 to 48 pieces, depending on how small you want them. Work fast so the ice cream doesn’t melt, then arrange them on a tray and freeze again until they’re super firm (about an hour, or overnight if you’re patient).
Pro Tip: The colder the bites are, the smoother the chocolate-dipping process will be!
Optional but Helpful: Add Popsicle Sticks!
If you want, you can stick a little popsicle stick into each square before the final freeze. It makes dipping way easier, but if you don’t have sticks, no worries—you can just use a fork instead.
Step 4: Dip in Chocolate & Enjoy!
Now for the fun part: melt some chocolate, dip each frozen bite in it, and if you like, sprinkle a tiny bit of sea salt on top. Freeze one last time to set the chocolate, then store them in the freezer for whenever you need a sweet fix.
These are perfect straight from the freezer—cold, creamy, a little crunchy from the chocolate, and just sweet enough. They’re the kind of treat you’ll keep sneaking from the freezer all summer long!
