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Swirls of deep blue ice cream packed with bits of chocolate cookies make this treat a playful dessert everyone will enjoy. Each bite brings together smooth vanilla creaminess and crunchy cookie chunks that'll have your whole family grinning with fond memories.
I whipped this up one hot summer day with my nieces who were dead set on getting "exactly the right Cookie Monster blue color." We tested batch after batch and munched through plenty of cookies until we nailed this combo that's now on the must-have list at all our family events.
Stellar Component Choices
- Heavy Whipping Cream: Keep it super cold for maximum fluffiness
- Sweetened Condensed Milk: Gives you that unbelievably silky, rich base
- Blue Gel Food Coloring: Go with gel instead of liquid for brighter, bolder color
- Vanilla Extract: Always pick the real stuff for best taste
- Oreos: Stick with original ones, not Double Stuf, for the ideal balance
- Chips Ahoy: They add that wonderful crunch contrast
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Making Your Dessert
Getting Ready (10 minutes)
- Pop mixing bowl and beaters into the freezer
- Put parchment paper in your loaf pan
- Break cookies into small chunks
- Keep everything refrigerated until you need it
Mixing Your Foundation (8-10 minutes)
- Add your cold cream to the chilled bowl
- Drop in vanilla extract
- Start whipping at medium speed
- Slowly incorporate blue coloring
- Whip until stiff peaks show up
Putting It All Together (5 minutes)
- Carefully fold condensed milk in
- Stir until the color looks even
- Toss in most cookie bits
- Save some pieces for the top
- Mix just enough to spread them around
Setting It Up (6+ hours)
- Transfer mixture to your lined pan
- Level the top with your spatula
- Top with leftover cookie pieces
- Wrap completely with plastic
- Let it harden in the freezer
I can't forget how my littlest niece's face lit up watching that pale blue cream turn bright and vivid as we kept whipping. These days she calls herself the official "cookie crusher" whenever it's time to make another batch.
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Looking back, this blue frozen treat isn't just dessert - it's a way to bring out everyone's playful side. Whether you're making it for birthdays or just because, the fun blue color and loads of cookie pieces create happiness in every spoonful. And the fact that it's so easy to put together? That's just a bonus on this fun frozen creation.
Frequently Asked Questions
- → Why is gel food coloring preferred here?
- Gel coloring gives a stronger blue without watering down the ice cream and keeps the texture just right.
- → Can I switch out the type of cookies?
- Absolutely! Toss in other cookies like mint chocolate, caramel-filled, or whatever you have in the pantry.
- → What's the trick to making this ice cream work without a machine?
- The combination of whipped cream and condensed milk naturally creates a luscious, soft texture with no extra gadgets needed.
- → How long can I keep it frozen?
- Stick it in an airtight container, and it'll stay tasty and fresh for about two weeks.
- → Can I skip the blue food dye?
- Sure thing! It might not look as fun, but the flavor will still be delicious.