Keto Ice Cream Sandwiches

Annie Lampella @ Ketofocus

By Annie Lampella, Pharm.D.

Published August 8, 2021 • Updated June 2, 2025

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The ice cream sandwich is a cool iconic treat for a hot summer day, and it just got even better when you are making keto ice cream sandwiches. This easy-to-make keto ice cream sandwich recipe makes two ice cream sandwiches, and the sugar free cookies can be made in under 10 minutes! That way, you can quickly make a portion-controlled dessert.

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Nutrition Facts

2

Servings

421

Calories

37.8g

Fat

11.2g

Protein

5.5g

Net Carb

16.4g

Total Carbs

Disclaimer: The nutrition information provided is an estimate and is for informational purposes only. I am a Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.); however, this content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your physician or other qualified health provider before making any lifestyle changes or beginning a new nutrition program.

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Ingredients

Step by Step Instructions

  • STEP
    1

    Mold ice cream

    Melt keto ice cream in the refrigerator for 2-3 hours until soft. Can also defrost in the microwave. Once soft or liquid, pour into a small parchment lined baking tray. Use a container that will ensure a 1/2 to 1 inch thickness of ice cream. Then refreeze.

    soft keto ice cream in a glass container
  • STEP
    2

    Make cookie dough

    Add almond flour, coconut flour, sweetener, cocoa powder, egg yolk, butter, vanilla and salt to a small bowl. Mix together with a fork until a dough forms and is evenly incorporated.

    mixing chocolate cookie dough in a small bowl
  • STEP
    3

    Roll cookie dough and cut out cookies

    Place dough ball in between two sheets of parchment paper. Using a rolling pin, roll out to ⅛ inch thick. Cut into square or rectangle shape using a knife, cookie cutter or pizza cutter.

    punching cookies out with a scalloped cookie cutter
  • STEP
    4

    Bake cookie sandwiches

    Place cookie on a parchment lined baking tray. Prick dough with a fork. Bake at 325 degrees for 8-10 minutes. Let cool completely before handling.

    pricking cookie cut outs with a fork
  • STEP
    5

    Cut the ice cream and form sandwiches

    Once ice cream is refrozen, cut into a shape to fit the cookies. Sandwich the ice cream in between the cookies. Store wrapped in parchment or wax paper and store in the freezer in a freezer safe bag.

    placing the top chocolate cookie on top of an ice cream sandwich
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This keto ice cream sandwich recipe makes the best ice cream sandwiches with just keto chocolate cookies and a pint of ice cream. The keto chocolate cookies are super easy to make and are baked for at most 10 minutes. Then, all you have to do is take two cookies and add keto ice cream between the cookies, and you have got yourself a keto ice cream sandwich!

I partnered with Keto Pint for this recipe, but you could make your own ice cream. It’s easy to use a pre-made keto ice cream you can find in the store and Keto Pint ice cream is creamy, with no added sugars and they are around 3 grams net carbs per serving.

This recipe only makes two keto ice cream sandwiches which are perfect for portion control. You don’t have to make a giant batch and worry about overindulging on keto treats or throwing out leftovers. You can also make up a big batch by doubling or tripling the recipe and store the extra homemade ice cream sandwiches in the refrigerator.

a stack of ice cream sandwiches

Keto Ice Cream

To make our keto ice cream sandwiches creamy and delicious, we partnered with Keto Pint’s keto-approved ice cream to get that sweet, cool filling. All of their ice cream options do not have any added sugar, are gluten-free, and have rBST-free milk so that you can feel healthy while eating what you want. Keto Pint offers every flavor you can think of that way, you won’t miss out on your favorite flavors while on a keto diet. Their large selection of keto ice cream flavors includes black raspberry, butter pecan, cake batter, cherry chip, coffee, and triple chocolate brownie. You can use any of these flavors for your keto ice cream sandwich.

If you feel like making your own homemade ice cream, you could also use some of our previous keto ice cream recipes, which include flavors such as vanilla ice cream, chocolate, strawberry, and even mocha.

Mold Ice Cream

Molding your ice cream before you cut it into blocks for your keto ice cream sandwiches is a significant step. You must first soften the ice cream by placing it in the refrigerator or using the microwave’s defrost function. You will know it is ready once it becomes semi-soft or a liquid. I recommend just getting it to a semi-soft serve consistency. That way it won’t take as long to refreeze it. Then, you pour or scoop the softened ice cream into a small square or rectangle baking dish lined with parchment paper so that the ice cream is around ½ to 1 inch thick in height. Finally, refreeze it and once it solidifies, cut it into a square or rectangle shape to fit between the cookies.

a stack of ice cream sandwiches in front of keto pint ice cream containers

Keto Cookies

Keto cookies for ice cream sandwiches can be challenging to make, but this recipe has perfected them so that they are just the right amount of crispness and softness. To prevent the cookies from puffing up as they bake, we refrain from adding eggs or other leavening agents. We found that the best way to keep the cookies flat is to prick the cookie dough with a fork before baking it. We also use a gluten-free mixture of almond flour and coconut flour to get a flour that works and tastes similar to all-purpose flour. We also add just a hint of cocoa powder to make these keto cookies chocolate like a traditional ice cream sandwich. Of course, if you just want vanilla cookies, you can leave out the cocoa powder.

We use a square cookie cutter to cut both the keto cookie dough and the ice cream so that the cookies and ice cream are precisely the same size and shape. But if you do not have a square or rectangular cookie cutter, you can just use a knife or pizza cutter to cut the cookies and ice cream. You could even go for a nontraditional ice cream sandwich shape such as a circle if you want to make fun-shaped sandwiches.

Storage

You can store these keto ice cream sandwiches by wrapping them in parchment paper or wax paper. Then place them in a freezer-safe zipper storage bag and storing them in the freezer. Whenever you are ready, you can take one out and enjoy!

Keto Ice Cream Sandwiches: FAQS

Can I use a different flour instead of almond and coconut flour?

While almond and coconut flour work best for keto recipes, you could try using a low-carb all-purpose flour blend. Just keep in mind that the texture and flavor may vary.

What can I substitute for monkfruit sweetener?

You can use erythritol or stevia as a substitute for monkfruit sweetener, but be sure to adjust the quantity according to the sweetness level of the alternative.

How should I store the keto ice cream sandwiches?

Store the keto ice cream sandwiches in an airtight container in the freezer. They should last up to a week, but they're best enjoyed fresh!

Is there a dairy-free option for the ice cream?

Yes! You can use a dairy-free keto ice cream made from coconut milk or almond milk to keep the recipe dairy-free.

Can I make the cookies ahead of time?

Absolutely! You can bake the cookies in advance and store them in the refrigerator. Just assemble the sandwiches when you're ready to enjoy them.

Nutritional information & Macros

Nutrition Information

Keto Ice Cream Sandwiches

Servings: 2

Amount Per Serving
Calories 421
Fat 37.8g
Protein 11.2g
Total Carbs 16.4g
Net Carbs 5.5g

Disclaimer: The nutrition information provided is an estimate and is for informational purposes only. I am a Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.); however, this content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your physician or other qualified health provider before making any lifestyle changes or beginning a new nutrition program.

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About Annie Lampella, Pharm.D.

Annie Lampella is a Doctor of Pharmacy, mom, and the recipe creator behind KetoFocus. With a B.S. in Genetics from UC Davis and a Pharm.D., she has over 11 years of experience developing family-friendly keto recipes based on the science of human metabolism. She is the author of the Protein Packed cookbook, published by Victory Belt Publishing.

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8 Comments

  1. Would it work to swap the monkfruit blend sweetener with another keto-friendly sweetener like erythritol?

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    1. Some monkfruit blend sweeteners already have erythritol in them, so no need to blend. Just look for a sugar-free sweetener that measures cup for cup with sugar. Most monkfruit blend sweeteners do.

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  2. These turned out great. I used a chocolate keto ice cream and the flavor combo with the cookie was perfect. Cookies had a nice texture once cooled.

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  5. Can these cookies be made without the almond flour? I know I’ve had success with subbing in coconut flour before, but that was in recipes only calling for almond flour, not mixed flours.

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