Classic Plant-Based Ice Cream Sandwiches are the perfect way to celebrate summer. Chocolate cookies surround smooth and creamy nice cream.
There's a special place in my heart for ice cream sandwiches. They remind me of childhood summers - going to baseball games and getting a just-frozen ice cream sandwich wrapped in thin paper. Then trying to eat it quickly before it melted all over my hands.
I might be feeling a bit nostalgic, but I miss the simplicity of those days. I think this plant-based version of those ice cream bars is just a hint of the simplicity of life back then.
These bars aren't complicated. They have a few simple, whole food ingredients. I appreciate how these bars are reminiscent of classic ice cream sandwiches. Nothing fancy - just chocolate on the outside and vanilla on the inside. You could definitely jazz these up and play around with the flavors, but nothing beats the classic chocolate and vanilla combo. So good.
The ice cream layer we're using is super simple. Just frozen bananas and a dash of vanilla.
Step 1. Preheat the oven to 375. Line two square baking pans with parchment paper.
Step 2. In a large bowl mix the maple syrup, cashew butter, date sugar, ground flaxseeds, and vanilla extract.
Step 3. Add in the oat flour, baking soda, and salt. Mix well.
Step 4. Stir in the oat milk until a dough forms. Then fold in the chocolate chips.
Step 5. Divide the dough in two and press into the pans.
Step 6. Bake for 12-16 minutes. Let cool completely.
Step 7. Meanwhile, blend the bananas and vanilla in a food processor or blender. When the cookies are completely cool, spread the frozen banana on top of one of the layers. Remove the other layer from the pan and place on top of the banana layer.
Step 8. Place the tray in the freezer and let the banana layer completely freeze, 2-4 hours.
Step 9. Remove from the freezer and let thaw slightly. Slice into bars and enjoy!
Thank you God for simplicity. We find joy in the small things that You give us. Amen.
Looking for more summer desserts? Try my Plant-Based Chocolate Fruit Pizza next.
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Classic Plant-Based Ice Cream Sandwiches are the perfect way to celebrate summer. Chocolate cookies surround smooth and creamy nice cream.
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