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Elevate Your Dessert Game with Matcha Green Tea Ice Cream Sandwiches

Matcha green tea ice cream is a sophisticated treat that’s both rich and refreshing. When paired with chewy ginger molasses cookies, it creates a grown-up twist on the classic ice cream sandwich. To make this delightful dessert, you’ll need to use the freshest eggs possible and high-quality matcha green tea powder for the best results.

Gather Your Ingredients

For the ice cream:

• 2 cups whole milk
• 2 cups heavy cream
• 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
• 8 large egg yolks
• 2 tablespoons matcha green tea powder

For the cookies:

• 1 stick (8 tablespoons) vegan buttery spread
• 2 cups granulated sugar (certified vegan)
• 1/2 cup molasses
• 2 tablespoons flaxseeds pureed with 6 tablespoons water
• 1 tablespoon white vinegar
• 2 1/2 cups sifted bread flour
• 1 tablespoon baking soda
• 2 teaspoons ground ginger
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom

Make the Ice Cream

Combine milk, cream, and half of the sugar in a 4-quart saucepan. Cook over high heat, stirring occasionally, until the mixture comes to a boil. Meanwhile, whisk together the egg yolks and remaining sugar until smooth. Temper the egg mixture by slowly pouring the hot cream mixture into the eggs, whisking constantly. Return the mixture to the saucepan and cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until it reaches 165-180°F. Remove from heat and stir in the matcha powder. Refrigerate for 12-24 hours before churning in an ice cream maker.

Make the Cookies

In a large bowl, mix together the vegan buttery spread and sugar until creamy. Add the molasses, flaxseed mixture, and white vinegar, and mix to combine. In a separate bowl, whisk together the bread flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and cardamom. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes. Preheat the oven to 325°F and bake the cookies for 8-10 minutes, or until lightly browned.

Assemble the Ice Cream Sandwiches

Place a cookie top side down on a work surface. Scoop 1-2 scoops of the ice cream on top. Place another cookie top side up on top of the ice cream and press down lightly to even the filling and stick the sandwich together. Freeze the entire sandwich for at least 1 1/2 hours before serving.

Tips and Variations

• Use certified-vegan sugar to ensure the cookies are vegan-friendly.
• Replace the vegan cookies with another type of cookie, such as double-chocolate or coconut macaroons, for a different flavor combination.
• Experiment with different flavors of ice cream, such as dairy-free options, to create unique variations.
• Freeze the ice cream sandwiches for up to 2 weeks, wrapped tightly in plastic wrap, for a convenient dessert anytime.