Classic Ice Cream Sandwich

Classic Ice Cream Sandwich recipe videos

A Classic Ice Cream Sandwich is a beloved frozen treat consisting of a scoop or slab of ice cream pressed between two soft cookies or wafers. Originating in the United States, it typically features vanilla ice cream sandwiched between chocolate-flavored wafers, though variations with different cookies and ice cream flavors are now common. It's a nostalgic, handheld dessert enjoyed worldwide.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This treat is high in carbohydrates and fat, with minimal protein, primarily from the ice cream and cookies. A standard serving provides a significant amount of sugar and calories, typically ranging from 200 to 300 calories per sandwich.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	280 kcal
Protein	4 g
Carbs	40 g
Fat	12 g
Fiber	1 g
Sugar	24 g
Sodium	140 mg
Calcium	80 mg
Iron	1.2 mg
Potassium	120 mg
Vitamin A	60 mcg RAE
Vitamin D	0.3 mcg
Vitamin B12	0.2 mcg
Phosphorus	70 mg
Magnesium	10 mg

Per 1 sandwich (about 110 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, the ice cream sandwich is an iconic piece of American street food and childhood nostalgia, often associated with ice cream trucks. Nutritionally, it's a classic example of a 'discretionary' or 'sometimes' food, offering quick energy from sugar and fat but little in the way of essential nutrients.