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Six vanilla ice cream sandwiches rolled in red, white, and blue sprinkles, displayed on a festive white tray for Fourth of July
Jana Rae

Firecracker Ice Cream Sandwiches

Firecracker Ice Cream Sandwiches are the easiest 4th of July dessert—vanilla sandwiches rolled in red, white, and blue sprinkles. Kid-friendly, freezer-ready, and festive!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Chill time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 8 Sandwiches
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 8 vanilla ice cream sandwiches store-bought
  • ½ cup red white, and blue sprinkles
  • Optional: ¼ cup vanilla frosting or melted white chocolate to help sprinkles stick if sandwiches are too frozen

Method
 

  1. Remove from packaging and work quickly to prevent melting.
  2. Let sit for 1–2 minutes if too hard to roll.
  3. For extra stickiness, gently spread a thin layer of frosting or melted white chocolate around the sides.
  4. Pour sprinkles into a shallow dish and roll the sides of each sandwich to coat.
  5. Place decorated sandwiches on a tray and return to the freezer for 15–20 minutes until set.
  6. Serve chilled. For parties, wrap in parchment or wax paper and tie with twine for a cute presentation.

Notes

Recipe Notes

  • Make ahead: These can be made up to 2 days in advance and kept in the freezer.
  • Flavor variations: Try chocolate ice cream sandwiches, or roll in crushed cookies or patriotic M&Ms.
  • Kid-friendly: Let kids decorate their own—fun and mess-approved!