Crispy Crumbled Cookie Ice Cream Mix-In
A quick and easy recipe for crispy, buttery cookie crumbs perfect for mixing into ice cream to add a delightful crunch and flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: About 1 ½ cups of cookie crumbs 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup (120g) all-purpose flour
- ½ cup (100g) granulated sugar
- ½ cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened
- ¼ cup (50g) packed brown sugar
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- Optional: ½ cup (90g) chocolate chips, chopped nuts, or sprinkles
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat ½ cup (115g) softened unsalted butter with ½ cup (100g) granulated sugar and ¼ cup (50g) brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 3 to 4 minutes.
- Mix in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract and ¼ teaspoon salt until combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 cup (120g) all-purpose flour and ½ teaspoon baking powder. Gradually add this to the wet mixture, mixing just until incorporated.
- Spread the dough evenly on the prepared baking sheet to about ¼ inch (6 mm) thickness.
- Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until edges are golden brown and center is set.
- Remove from oven and allow the cookie slab to cool completely on a wire rack.
- Break the cooled cookie slab into small pieces. For uniform crumbs, pulse in a food processor for a few seconds or crush in a zip-top bag with a rolling pin.
- Gently fold the cookie crumbs into your favorite softened ice cream. Freeze again for 30 minutes before serving if desired.
Notes
If dough is too sticky, chill for 10 minutes before spreading. Avoid overmixing dry ingredients to keep crumbs tender. Fold crumbs into softened, not melted, ice cream to maintain texture. Store crumbs in airtight container at room temperature for up to two weeks or freeze for up to three months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About ¼ cup of cooki
- Calories: 150
- Fat: 7
- Carbohydrates: 20
- Protein: 2
Keywords: cookie crumbs, ice cream mix-in, crispy cookie topping, easy dessert, crunchy ice cream topping