Description
These Cupid’s Ice Cream Treats are a fun and festive way to celebrate Valentine’s Day! A combination of creamy ice cream, crunchy cookies, and colorful sprinkles, these treats are both delicious and eye-catching. Perfect for sharing with loved ones or as a sweet Valentine’s Day dessert for yourself!
Ingredients
Scale
For the ice cream treats:
- 1 pint vanilla ice cream (or any flavor of your choice)
- 12–14 sugar cookies (or any cookie you prefer, crushed)
- 1/4 cup chocolate chips (optional, for extra crunch)
- 1/4 cup colorful sprinkles
- 1/4 cup whipped cream (optional, for topping)
- 1–2 tablespoons melted chocolate (optional, for drizzling)
Optional:
- Red or pink food coloring (for coloring the ice cream)
Instructions
- Prepare the ice cream base:
- Let the vanilla ice cream soften at room temperature for 5-10 minutes until it’s scoopable.
- If desired, mix in a few drops of red or pink food coloring to give the ice cream a Valentine’s Day look.
- Crush the cookies:
- Crush the sugar cookies into small pieces (you can use a food processor or place them in a plastic bag and crush with a rolling pin). Set aside.
- Assemble the treats:
- In a large bowl, gently fold the crushed cookies, chocolate chips, and sprinkles into the softened ice cream until evenly distributed.
- Form the treats:
- Spoon the ice cream mixture into cupcake liners, silicone molds, or small ramekins to shape them into individual portions.
- Place in the freezer for at least 2-3 hours or until fully frozen and firm.
- Optional topping:
- Before serving, top with whipped cream and drizzle with melted chocolate for extra flair.
- Garnish with additional sprinkles or crushed cookies for an extra festive touch.
- Serve:
- Once frozen, serve these Cupid’s Ice Cream Treats immediately and enjoy the sweet love-filled treat!
Notes
- Feel free to mix in other ingredients like mini marshmallows, fruit, or candy pieces for added texture and flavor.
- If you’re making these treats in advance, keep them covered tightly in the freezer for up to a week.
- These treats are customizable—use any flavor of ice cream and toppings you love!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None (freezing time required)
- Category: Dessert, Frozen Treat
- Method: No-bake, Freezing
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Cupid’s ice cream, Valentine’s ice cream, Valentine’s Day treats, heart-shaped ice cream, ice cream dessert, fun ice cream treats, sweet Valentine’s treat, ice cream cupcakes