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A swirling sea of vibrant blue dotted with chunks of chocolate cookies, this Cookie Monster Ice Cream brings a playful twist to homemade frozen treats. Each creamy spoonful delivers the perfect balance of smooth vanilla ice cream and crunchy cookie pieces that'll make everyone at your table smile with nostalgia.
I created this recipe during a summer afternoon with my nieces, who insisted the ice cream needed to be "exactly the right shade of Cookie Monster blue." After several test batches and many cookie tastings, we landed on this perfect combination that's now requested at every family gathering.
Perfect Ingredients Selection
- Heavy Whipping Cream: Must be very cold for the best whipping results
- Sweetened Condensed Milk: Creates that perfectly smooth, creamy texture
- Blue Gel Food Coloring: Use gel rather than liquid for the most vibrant color
- Vanilla Extract: Pure vanilla extract provides the best flavor
- Oreos: Choose regular, not Double Stuf, for the best cookie-to-cream ratio
- Chips Ahoy: The classic crispy texture adds wonderful contrast
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Step-by-Step Instructions
Preparation (10 minutes)
- Chill mixing bowl and beaters in freezer
- Line a loaf pan with parchment paper
- Roughly chop cookies into bite-sized pieces
- Keep ingredients cold until ready to use
Creating the Base (8-10 minutes)
- Pour cold cream into chilled bowl
- Add vanilla extract
- Begin whipping on medium speed
- Gradually add blue food coloring
- Continue until stiff peaks form
Combining Ingredients (5 minutes)
- Gently fold in condensed milk
- Mix until color is uniform
- Add most of the cookie pieces
- Reserve some for topping
- Stir just until distributed
Freezing Process (6+ hours)
- Pour mixture into prepared pan
- Smooth top with spatula
- Sprinkle with reserved cookies
- Cover tightly with plastic wrap
- Freeze until firm
My favorite memory of making this ice cream was watching my youngest niece's eyes light up when she saw the vibrant blue color transform from pale to brilliant as we whipped the cream. Now she insists on being the official "cookie crusher" whenever we make a batch.
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Final Thoughts: This Cookie Monster Ice Cream is more than just a dessert - it's an experience that brings out the kid in everyone. Whether you're making it for a special occasion or just because, its whimsical blue color and generous cookie pieces create pure joy in every scoop. The fact that it's so simple to make is just the cherry on top of this delightful frozen treat.
Frequently Asked Questions
- → Why do I need to use gel food coloring instead of liquid?
- Gel food coloring provides more vibrant color without adding excess liquid that could affect the ice cream's texture.
- → Can I use different types of cookies?
- Yes, you can substitute with other cookies like chocolate chip, sandwich cookies, or even homemade cookies.
- → Why does this recipe not require an ice cream maker?
- The whipped cream combined with sweetened condensed milk creates a perfect creamy texture without churning.
- → How long will this ice cream keep in the freezer?
- When stored in an airtight container, it will keep well for up to two weeks in the freezer.
- → Can I make this without food coloring?
- Yes, you can skip the food coloring - the ice cream will taste just as delicious, just without the blue color.