Paleo Tigernut Cookie Ice Cream Sandwiches
Grain-free cookie ice cream sandwiches made with nutrient-dense tigernut flour and dairy-free ice cream. These chewy, slightly sweet cookies have a wonderful texture from the combination of tigernut flour and tapioca starch, while coconut oil adds richness. Perfect for those following paleo, AIP, or dairy-free diets who don't want to miss out on this classic summer treat. The cookies hold up beautifully when frozen and the gelatin helps create the perfect texture that won't crack when bitten.
Ingredients
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 375°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper
- 2
Sift together tigernut flour, gelatin, tapioca starch, coconut flour, and baking soda in a medium bowl
- 3
Stir in maple syrup, coconut oil, and chocolate chips until a dough forms
- 4
Scoop 8 evenly sized portions onto baking sheet using medium ice cream scoop and flatten with hand
- 5
Bake for 12 minutes or until baked through
- 6
Cool completely on cooling rack then transfer to fridge to chill further
- 7
Set ice cream on countertop for 5 minutes to soften slightly
- 8
Scoop ice cream onto parchment-lined baking sheet and flatten to 1/2 inch thickness with rubber spatula
- 9
Transfer ice cream to freezer until fully frozen
- 10
Cut 4 uniform circles of ice cream using biscuit cutter
- 11
Sandwich ice cream circles between two cookies
- 12
Serve immediately or wrap and store in freezer
Tips
Chill the cookies in the fridge before assembling to prevent them from cracking when you bite into the sandwich.
Work quickly when assembling the sandwiches to prevent the ice cream from melting too much.
For AIP compliance, substitute carob chips for the chocolate chips as noted in the original recipe.
Good to Know
Wrap individually in freezer-safe wrap and store in freezer for up to 1 month
Cookies can be made 2 days ahead and stored in fridge. Ice cream can be shaped and frozen up to 1 week ahead
Serve immediately after assembling or let sit 2-3 minutes if very frozen
Common Mistakes
Don't skip chilling the cookies to avoid cracking when biting
Flatten cookies well to avoid thick, cake-like texture
Work quickly during assembly to avoid melted ice cream mess
Substitutions
FAQ
Can I make these without gelatin?
Yes, but the cookies may be more fragile and crumbly. The gelatin helps bind the grain-free flours together for better texture.
How long will these keep in the freezer?
Properly wrapped ice cream sandwiches will keep for up to 1 month in the freezer, though they're best within the first week.
Can I use regular ice cream instead of dairy-free?
Absolutely! Any ice cream flavor will work. The recipe specifically calls for dairy-free to maintain the paleo/AIP compliance of the cookies.