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    Published: May 17, 2021 Β· Modified: Jan 24, 2022 by serena Β· This post may contain affiliate links.

    Mocha Ice Cream Sandwich

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    This Mocha Ice Cream Sandwich is the perfect treat for a hot day. Mocha ice cream is sandwiched between two cinnamon spiced brownies and drizzled with a buttery salted caramel sauce. Everyone will love this brownie sandwich.

    Mocha ice cream is sandwiched between two cinnamon spiced brownies and drizzled with a buttery salted caramel sauce.

    Hot Days Were Made for Mocha Ice Cream Sandwiches

    I'm not sure what you are doing this summer to cool off from the heat, but this is what we are doing! Mocha ice cream held together by two cinnamon spiced brownies. Good grief, I could eat this every single day. I never realized how much I loved brownie sandwiches until now. This Mocha Ice Cream Sandwich is definitely my new go to on a hot summer day.

    What Inspired This Brownie Ice Cream Sandwich?

    I saw this recipe in Sift Magazine and decided to give it a try for our Friday food reads. It's simple, sweet, no decorating, and I didn't have to do anything to make it look cute.

    I ended up making a very minor change to the brownie recipe. The original recipe had just too much cinnamon for my liking. So I cut this down to a teaspoon from a tablespoon of ground cinnamon. Just a hint of cinnamon flavor was all that I needed to go with the mocha ice cream. But if you are a cinnamon lover, then, by all means, go with the full tablespoon.

    I made extra ice cream to have other sandwiches but I ended up just eating all the ice cream before I ever got a chance to make other cookies. When you have ice cream infused with espresso and chocolate, it doesn't last long at my house.

    Mocha Ice Cream Sandwich Ingredients

    Ingredients for Mocha Ice Cream Sandwich

    This recipe makes three separate parts that combine to make a whole lot of goodness. This ingredient list feels long but these sandwiches make every moment in the kitchen worth the effort.

    • Unsalted butter
    • Sugar
    • Dutch process cocoa powder
    • Salt
    • Baking powder
    • Espresso powder
    • Ground cinnamon
    • Vanilla extract
    • Eggs
    • All-purpose flour
    • Semi-sweet chocolate chips
    • Whole milk
    • Cocoa powder
    • Heavy cream

    How to Make Mocha Ice Cream Sandwiches

    Process Collage for Mocha Ice Cream Sandwich
    1. Bake the Brownies - Melt the butter and sugar in a saucepan before adding the dry ingredients. When will mixed whisk in the eggs, add the flour and fold in the chocolate chips. Bake at 350Β° for 34-36 minutes.
    2. Make the Mocha Ice Cream - Whisk together the ice cream ingredients and process them in your ice cream machine according to the manufacturer's instructions.
    3. Make the Caramel Sauce - Boil sugar, water and salt until it turns amber in color. Remove from heat and stir in the butter. When melted, add in the heavy cream and vanilla.
    4. Assemble the Mocha Ice Cream Sandwiches - Cut the brownie into equal pieces. Scoop ice cream onto a brownie and top with another brownie. Drizzle with salted caramel sauce.

    Why You'll Love These Ice Cream Brownie Sandwiches

    Everything about this mocha ice cream sandwich recipe was easy. Only three components and if you are thinking about skipping that caramel sauce, don't even do it! It's a very easy caramel to make and it is just so delicious on the brownie sandwich. It's going to get messy but trust me, it's worth it. Worse case scenario, you need to eat it with a fork.

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    This is the first recipe I have made from Sift Magazine. If you aren't familiar with it, you can probably find it in your local bookstore. It's a publication by King Arthur Flour. I'm a huge fan of their products. They aren't paying me to say this; I just love their products. And this magazine is a food photographers dream come true. Beautiful imagery and if everything works as well as this recipe, then it's also a great source for delicious recipes.

    Give it a try, we would love to hear how it worked out for you. Or even if you were inspired and decided to use the components in other desserts, let us know. Stay cool, and happy summer!

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    Mocha Ice Cream Sandwich

    Mocha Ice Cream Sandwich

    Mocha ice cream is sandwiched between two cinnamon spiced brownies and drizzled with a buttery salted caramel sauce. This treat is easy to make and perfect for a hot summer day.
    5 from 25 votes
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    Course: Dessert
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 15 minutes
    Cook Time: 35 minutes
    Freezing Time: 3 hours
    Total Time: 3 hours 50 minutes
    Servings: 12 Sandwiches
    Calories: 911kcal
    Author: Serena

    Ingredients

    Cinnamon Spiced Brownies

    • 1 cup unsalted butter
    • 2 ΒΌ cups sugar
    • 1 ΒΌ cups Dutch process cocoa powder
    • 1 teaspoon salt
    • 1 teaspoon baking powder
    • 1 teaspoon espresso powder
    • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
    • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
    • 4 large eggs
    • 1 Β½ cups King Arthur Unbleached All Purpose Flour
    • 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips

    Mocha Ice Cream

    • 1 cup cold whole milk
    • ΒΎ cup sugar
    • 2 tablespoons espresso powder
    • 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
    • 2 cups cold heavy cream
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

    Salted Caramel Sauce

    • 1 cup sugar
    • 2 tablespoons water
    • ΒΌ teaspoon salt
    • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
    • Β½ cup heavy cream
    • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

    Instructions

    Cinnamon Spiced Brownies

    • Preheat the oven to 350Β° F. Lightly grease a 9" x 13" pan, line it with parchment and grease the parchment.
    • In a medium saucepan, over low heat, melt the butter and add the sugar. Stir to combine. Heat briefly just until hot throughout.
    • Remove from heat and stir in cocoa powder, salt, baking powder, espresso powder, cinnamon, and vanilla. Whisk in the eggs, continue stirring until smooth. Stir in the flour.
    • Fold in the chocolate chips.
    • Spoon the batter onto the prepared pan and smooth the top.
    • Bake for 34 to 36 minutes, until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. They should be set at the edges and just barely set in the center. Remove from oven and let cool in the pan.

    Mocha Ice Cream

    • Whisk together the milk, sugar, espresso powder, and cocoa powder until sugar has dissolved. Stir in heavy cream and vanilla.
    • Freeze in your ice cream maker according to the manufacturer's instructions. Transfer to covered container once done and freeze for 2 - 4 hours before serving.

    Salted Caramel Sauce

    • Place sugar, water and salt in a 2 quart saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally until the sugar dissolves. Continue to cook until mixture turns a rich amber color. Remove from heat and stir in the butter. Once butter is absorbed stir in the heavy cream and vanilla extract. When sauce is smooth pour into a heatproof container to store, covered and refrigerated until ready to use.
    • When ready, cut the brownies, scoop the ice cream, assemble and drizzle the caramel on top.

    Notes

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    Nutrition

    Serving: 1Sandwich | Calories: 911kcal | Carbohydrates: 104g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 54g | Saturated Fat: 33g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 15g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 182mg | Sodium: 336mg | Potassium: 464mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 79g | Vitamin A: 1504IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 127mg | Iron: 4mg
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    Comments

    1. Sara says

      November 03, 2017 at 7:44 pm

      This looks way too good to be true. It can actually be made! I think I just found my newest project.

      Reply
      • serena says

        November 09, 2017 at 8:02 am

        Ha! It's a simple one! Enjoy πŸ˜‰

        Reply
    2. Heather says

      November 03, 2017 at 3:46 pm

      This looks amazing! I've never added cinnamon to brownies either but it's a genius flavor addition. YUM.

      Reply
      • serena says

        November 09, 2017 at 8:02 am

        It's a great combo. Go sparingly to start with if you aren't familiar with the flavors. Enjoy!

        Reply
    3. Kimberly Croisant says

      November 03, 2017 at 6:37 am

      I do love King Arthur Unbleached Flour and use it in my baking. I haven't heard of SIFT Magazine before but now I have, I'm going to look into it. AND...that recipe of yours, oh my...yummy!!

      Reply
      • serena says

        November 09, 2017 at 8:04 am

        I love the magazine. The photography is great and the recipes that I have tried so far are delicious.

        Reply
    4. Cindy Ingalls says

      November 02, 2017 at 10:06 pm

      Adding cinnamon to brownies is so brilliant. I've always loved the flavor it provides and how it brings out the chocolate even more. Pair that with mocha and salted caramel and I'm in heaven.

      Reply
    5. Rachel says

      November 02, 2017 at 11:23 am

      This looks so delicious I can’t even stand it. It is like the adult version of a kid classic.

      Reply
      • serena says

        November 02, 2017 at 9:17 pm

        Ha! So true!

        Reply
    6. Jeanine says

      November 02, 2017 at 9:12 am

      Yum this sounds amazing. I don't care how cold it is some things, like this for example, can be eaten when ever ! Yum, my hubby would love this too!

      Reply
      • serena says

        November 02, 2017 at 9:18 pm

        I love this in the heat of summer, but it's hard to go wrong with it in the winter πŸ˜‰

        Reply
    7. ashley says

      November 02, 2017 at 8:19 am

      I want this so bad! I have craving ice cream sandwiches all week! I love that you used dutch cocoa powder too πŸ™‚ makes all the difference!

      Reply
      • serena says

        November 02, 2017 at 9:18 pm

        I'm such a sucker for ice cream sandwiches. Love them!

        Reply
    8. Cara @ Street Smart Nutrition says

      November 02, 2017 at 7:55 am

      I have the biggest sweet tooth and I would love this! That caramel dripping down the sides looks so good!

      Reply
      • serena says

        November 02, 2017 at 9:19 pm

        That caramel was over the top delicious on the sandwich. It was pretty messy but what the heck, sometimes you just gotta go with it πŸ™‚

        Reply
    9. Melissa Chapman says

      November 02, 2017 at 7:44 am

      I don't think I would make my own ice cream but the brownie looks possible. I love the twist on an ice cream sandwich you have made.

      Reply
      • serena says

        November 02, 2017 at 9:19 pm

        Thanks so much!

        Reply
    10. AnnMarie John says

      November 02, 2017 at 7:14 am

      Wow, that looks so good! I'd love to make an ice cream sandwich like this for me and the kids! It's perfect since the weather doesn't really get that cold here.

      Reply
      • serena says

        November 02, 2017 at 9:20 pm

        It's so great on a warm day! Enjoy!

        Reply
    11. Joanna @ Everyday Made Fresh says

      November 01, 2017 at 7:27 pm

      It was so unseasonably warm here today, and this sounds like it would have been the perfect way to cool us off! I love the sound of a mocha ice cream sandwich.

      Reply
    12. Katrina says

      November 01, 2017 at 7:04 pm

      Oh my goodness this looks super tasty! My mouth is watering just thinking about an ice cream sandwich right now! Yummmmmm!

      Reply
    13. Terri Steffes says

      November 01, 2017 at 1:34 pm

      Typically this wouldn't grab my attention. LIE! I love everything about this! I want to scoop up that mocha ice cream sandwich and lick it all over.

      Reply
    14. Jessica Joachim says

      November 01, 2017 at 1:12 pm

      While it may be Fall/Winter over here, this looks delicious and I think I need to make it!Thankfully, out Fall/Winters here in Florida are not that cold.

      Reply
    15. Kristi McAllister says

      November 01, 2017 at 10:28 am

      Oh for the love of cupcakes! This recipe has every single thing in it that I love and it actually looks fairly easy! I do have a feeling, however, it won't last long in my house, and I might not even want to share it if I'm being honest haha! Thank you for sharing this and your pictures are phenomenal!

      Reply
      • serena says

        November 01, 2017 at 10:54 am

        HaHaHa! Love it! Thanks so much for the kind words about the photography πŸ™‚

        Reply
    16. robin rue says

      November 01, 2017 at 9:01 am

      OMG! I need to make one of these TODAY. Ice cream is my weakness and this looks phenomenal. Can't wait to make it.

      Reply
      • serena says

        November 01, 2017 at 9:47 am

        Ice cream is my weakness also. Love it!

        Reply

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