Hot Cross Bun Ice Cream Sandwiches

These Hot Cross Bun Ice Cream Sandwiches combine the traditional flavors of Easter with the indulgence of homemade ice cream and chocolate truffle sauce. They are a perfect treat for celebrating spring or adding a twist to your Easter desserts.

Prep Time 30

Chill Time 6

Total Time 6 30

Servings Ice Cream Sandwiches

Calories 866kcal

Author Fay

INGREDIENTS

6 (6) hot cross buns any variety
8 (8) chocolate chip cookies homemade or store bought
600 ml (2 ½ cups) heavy cream
395 g (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
2 teaspoon (2 teaspoon) vanilla extract
¾ cup (¾ cup) dark chocolate
½ cup (½ cup) heavy cream

INSTRUCTIONS

Prepare Tray: Line a rectangular baking tray with parchment paper. Choose a tray that fits the size of your hot cross buns snugly.
Chop Cookies: Coarsely chop the chocolate chip cookies into a mix of small and large chunks.
Prepare Buns: Take a six-pack of hot cross buns (chocolate chip or any variety) and slice each in half horizontally. Place the bottom halves in the lined baking tray.
Make Ice Cream: In a mixing bowl, combine heavy cream, sweetened condensed milk, and vanilla extract. Start mixing on medium speed with a hand mixer, gradually increasing to high until the mixture thickens and increases in volume by at least a third.
Add Cookies to Ice Cream: Fold the chopped cookies into the ice cream mixture using a silicone spatula until evenly distributed.
Assemble Sandwich Base: Pour the ice cream mixture over the hot cross bun halves in the tray. Smooth the top with a spatula. Cover with the top halves of the buns.
Freeze: Cover the tray with plastic wrap and freeze overnight until set.
Cut Sandwiches: Let the tray sit for 10 minutes on a wooden chopping board, then cut into six servings using the buns as a guide.
Make Chocolate Truffle Sauce: Combine chocolate and cream in a microwave-safe jug. Microwave for 20 seconds, stir, and repeat until smooth.
Serve: Drizzle the hot cross bun ice cream sandwiches with warm or cooled chocolate sauce. Serve immediately with extra sauce on the side.

NOTES

For a twist, experiment with different flavors of hot cross buns like cinnamon or fruit.

The ice cream can be customized by adding nuts, caramel bits, or other favorite mix-ins.

If the ice cream mixture isn't thickening, chill the bowl and beaters in the freezer for 10 minutes before whipping.

To ensure even freezing, press down the top buns gently into the ice cream before freezing.

Let the sandwiches sit for a couple of minutes after cutting for easier handling.

For an adult version, add a splash of liqueur to the chocolate sauce.

Store any leftover sandwiches individually wrapped in the freezer for a quick treat.

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