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    Home » Recipes » Desserts » Lemon Blueberry Graham Cracker Ice Cream Sandwiches

    Published: Jun 12, 2022 by Cara Lanz · As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

    Lemon Blueberry Graham Cracker Ice Cream Sandwiches

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    Graham Cracker Ice Cream Sandwiches on a white plate
    Graham Cracker Ice Cream Sandwiches on a white plate
    stack of Graham Cracker Ice Cream Sandwiches on white countertop
    stack of Graham Cracker Ice Cream Sandwiches on white countertop

    Lemon Blueberry Graham Cracker Ice Cream Sandwiches are an easy 5-ingredient drip-free ice cream dessert everyone will be screamin’ for all summer long.

    Graham Cracker Ice Cream Sandwiches on a white plate

    When that sweet craving strikes on the hottest summer day, whip up a batch of homemade graham cracker ice cream sandwiches for a special treat.

    These Lemon Blueberry Ice Cream Sandwiches are super simple -- a layer of ice cream with a blueberry swirl sandwiched between two graham cracker squares.

    Instead of vanilla ice cream, the creamy filling is made from whipped topping and yogurt -- which is just as sweet and creamy as ice cream, but no drips, from the first bite to the last!

    These Cool Whip ice cream sandwiches are fun and easy to make and the perfect summer treat to have on hand for those sweltering days. 

    Plus, this is a good versatile recipe to dream up your own homemade graham cracker sandwich recipe. Just swap out the yogurt, fruit, and cookie flavors to create your own frozen treats.

    Try these frozen treats next!

    • Java Chip Ice Cream
    • Lemon Curd Ice Cream
    • Banoffee Ice Cream Pie
    • Mint Chocolate Chip Nice Cream

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    It's so easy to make your own homemade graham cracker ice cream sandwiches -- just stir, spread, and freeze!

    Simple frozen dessert for hot summer days.

    Drip-free ice cream that doesn’t run down to your elbows!

    Mini ice cream sandwiches are the perfect way to enjoy a portion-controlled treat.

    Ingredients

    This homemade ice cream sandwich recipe comes together with just 5 simple ingredients.

    Graham Cracker Ice Cream Sandwiches ingredients

    Thawed whipped topping. I used Tru Whip, which some consider a little healthier option, but any variety of Cool Whip — fat-free, extra creamy, etc. — also works great! 

    Lemon yogurt. Lemon yogurt adds light citrus flavor. I have used regular yogurt and Greek yogurt — both work well.  

    Frozen blueberries. Frozen blueberries are soft and stir together easily with the blueberry jam. I used frozen wild blueberries because they have an intense, tangy flavor. Regular frozen blueberries work well, too.

    Keep the blueberries frozen then give them a quick rinse under cool water until the water runs clear.

    You can also use fresh blueberries, but the texture will be different and you won't get as vivid of a swirl.

    Blueberry fruit spread, jam, or preserves. The blueberry fruit spread adds a pretty and delicious swirl throughout these frozen graham cracker ice cream sandwiches. 

    Graham crackers. Make these graham cracker sandwiches with any flavor you love — honey, cinnamon, or chocolate graham crackers — or use any thin cookie like chocolate wafers, ginger cookies, shortbread cookies. There are no wrong answers :). 

    Step-by-step instructions

    Step 1

    In a large mixing bowl, gently fold the whipped topping and yogurt together. 

    whipped topping and lemon yogurt in a white bowl

    Step 2

    Quickly rinse the frozen blueberries in a colander under cool water until the water runs clear.

    In a small bowl, stir the blueberry fruit spread and blueberries together. 

    Step 3

    Add the fruit mixture to the whipped topping mixture and gently stir just enough to create swirls of the blueberry mixture. 

    blueberry mixture swirled into whipped topping mixture in a white bowl

    Step 4

    Line a 9 x 13 baking sheet or baking pan with plastic wrap. Leave enough of an overhang so you can wrap up the assembled sandwiches.

    Arrange 7 graham cracker sheets in a single layer along the bottom of the pan. 

    graham cracker sheets in a 9 x 13 pan

    Spread the ice cream mixture in an even layer over the graham crackers. I like to use an offset spatula for this, but a knife or spatula will work, too.

    ice cream mixture spread over graham cracker sheets in a 9 x 13 pan

    Step 5

    Create sandwiches by placing the other half of the graham crackers over the ice cream mixture. 

    assemebled graham cracker ice cream sandwiches in a 9 x 13 pan

    Step 6

    Gently pull and wrap the plastic wrap over the top of the graham crackers to hold the whipped topping in the graham crackers as it freezes. 

    plastic wrap pulled over the assembled graham cracker sandwiches in a 9 x 13 pan

    Step 7

    Place the pan in the freezer for 4 to 6 hours or until the ice cream is firm. 

    Step 8

    To make the ice cream sandwiches, place the entire slab on a cutting board and cut between the graham crackers to create full-sized graham cracker ice cream sandwiches. Or cut each graham cracker into two equal squares to make mini ice cream sandwiches. 

    slab of frozen graham cracker sandwiches on a wooden cutting board with a hand and knife cutting in between the crackers
    hand holding up a half graham cracker sandwich with full graham cracker sandwiches on a cutting board in the background

    If you're feeling fancy, you can roll the sides of each graham cracker sandwich in toasted coconut, nuts, or white chocolate chips.

    Storage

    Store these graham cracker ice cream sandwiches in an airtight container in the freezer for a couple of weeks. If you prefer, you can wrap them individually for a quick snack the kids can grab on their way out the door. 

    Recipe Variations

    Lemon yogurt with a blueberry swirl is just one direction you can take these graham cracker ice cream sandwiches. Here are some other yogurt and fruit flavor combinations that would also be delicious:

    • Key lime and raspberry
    • Peach and blueberry
    • Coconut and blackberry
    • Mango and mixed berries
    • Strawberry and raspberry
    • Black cherry and peach
    • Raspberry and strawberry

    Expert Tips

    You can use regular or Greek yogurt in these homemade ice cream sandwiches. 

    Fresh or frozen blueberries both work well. I prefer frozen wild blueberries for their intense flavor and color. And since they're softer, they combine well with the fruit spread and create a better swirl. Fresh blueberries are very delicious and will have a firmer texture in these ice cream sandwiches.

    Give frozen blueberries a quick rinse in a colander under cold water until the water runs clear. 

    Recipe FAQs

    How do you make graham cracker ice cream sandwiches?

    To make these graham cracker ice cream sandwiches, stir whipped topping and yogurt together, then swirl in the blueberry and blueberry fruit spread mixture.

    Evenly spread it over a layer of 7 graham cracker sheets. Place 7 graham cracker sheets on top. Freeze until firm.

    Cut the slab into full graham cracker ice cream sandwiches or cut the sandwiches in half to create mini sandwiches.

    How long do ice cream sandwiches last?

    You can store these lemon blueberry graham cracker ice cream sandwiches in the freezer for a couple of weeks.

    Does frozen Cool Whip taste like ice cream?

    Frozen Cool Whip is a lightly sweetened whipped topping that has a similar texture to ice cream.

    Stirring thawed Cool Whip with yogurt and freezing it enhances the flavor and turns it into a sweet and creamy ice-cream-like dessert that's super scoopable and delicious in graham cracker ice cream sandwiches or frozen ice cream pies.

    stack of Graham Cracker Ice Cream Sandwiches on white countertop

    Hungry for more frozen treat recipes?

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    Lemon Blueberry Graham Cracker Ice Cream Sandwiches

    Cara Lanz
    Lemon Blueberry Graham Cracker Ice Cream Sandwiches are an easy 5-ingredient drip-free ice cream dessert everyone will be screamin’ for all summer long.
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Freeze Time 4 hrs
    Total Time 4 hrs 10 mins
    Course Dessert, Snack
    Cuisine American
    Servings 14
    Calories 148 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 14 graham cracker sheets
    • 8 oz. thawed whipped topping such as Tru Whip or Cool Whip
    • 10-12 oz. lemon yogurt, Greek or regular from (2) 5-6 oz. yogurt cups
    • 1 cup frozen blueberries, wild or regular
    • ½ cup blueberry fruit spread or jam

    Instructions
     

    • In a large mixing bowl, stir the whipped topping and yogurt together.
    • Quickly rinse the frozen blueberries in a colander under cool water until the water runs clear.
      In a small bowl, stir the blueberry fruit spread and blueberries together.
    • Add the fruit mixture to the whipped topping mixture and gently stir just enough to create swirls of the blueberry mixture.
    • Line a 9 x 13 baking sheet or baking pan with plastic wrap. Leave enough of an overhang so you can wrap up the assembled sandwiches.
      Arrange 7 graham cracker sheets in a single layer along the bottom of the pan.
    • Spread the ice cream mixture in an even layer over the graham crackers.
    • Create sandwiches by placing the other half of the graham crackers over the ice cream mixture.
    • Gently pull and wrap the plastic wrap over the top of the graham crackers to keep the whipped topping in the graham crackers as it freezes.
    • Place the pan in the freezer for 4 to 6 hours or until the ice cream is firm.
    • To make the ice cream sandwiches, place the entire slab on a cutting board and cut between the graham crackers to create full-sized graham cracker ice cream sandwiches. Or cut each graham cracker into two equal squares to make mini ice cream sandwiches.
    • Store them in an airtight container in the freezer for a couple of weeks. If you prefer, you can wrap them individually for a quick snack the kids can grab on their way out the door.

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    Notes

    You can use regular or Greek yogurt in these homemade ice cream sandwiches. 
    Fresh or frozen blueberries both work well. I prefer frozen wild blueberries for their intense flavor and color. 
    If you use frozen blueberries, give them a quick rinse under cold water until the water runs clear.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 148kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 4gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 1mgSodium: 115mgPotassium: 87mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 19IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 48mgIron: 1mg
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