Mini Waffle ice cream sandwiches (grain & dairy free)
Elevate your dessert game with these irresistible Grain-Free Waffle Ice Cream Sandwiches! Perfect for a warm day or a special treat, these sandwiches combine the delightful crunch of mini waffles with the creamy sweetness of your favorite ice cream. Topped with natural chocolate chips and vibrant, dye-free sprinkles, these treats are not only visually appealing but also cater to a healthier lifestyle
Ingredient Highlights
• Almond Flour and Coconut Flour: These flours are fantastic grain-free alternatives that provide a great source of fiber and protein, helping to create a satisfying and filling breakfast option.
• Tapioca Flour: This gluten-free flour adds a light, crispy texture to the waffles, ensuring they don’t become too dense.
• Coconut Milk and Lemon Juice: The combination of coconut milk and lemon juice not only adds a subtle tanginess but also mimics the effect of buttermilk, helping to create fluffy waffles.
• Refined Liquid Coconut Oil: A healthy fat that’s excellent for baking, coconut oil contributes to the moistness of the waffles, ensuring they aren’t dry.
• Maple Syrup: This natural sweetener is derived from the sap of maple trees and brings a unique flavor profile to the waffles that is both rich and subtly complex. Unlike refined sugars, maple syrup contains antioxidants and provides trace minerals such as manganese and zinc, which are beneficial for health. Its smooth, liquid consistency integrates easily into the batter, enhancing sweetness without overpowering the delicate flavors of the almond and coconut flours.
Baking Powder: This common leavening agent is crucial for helping the waffles rise and become fluffy. It reacts with the acidic lemon juice in the coconut milk to create air bubbles, which lighten the texture of the waffles.
• Salt: Just a pinch of salt is enough to enhance the flavors of the other ingredients, balancing the sweetness of the maple syrup and the richness of the coconut oil.
• Chocolate Chips: For those who love a bit of texture and chocolatey goodness in their desserts, natural chocolate chips are sprinkled into the sandwiches, adding a rich, melt-in-your-mouth quality that pairs perfectly with the cold ice cream.
• Dye-Free Sprinkles: Adding a pop of color without artificial dyes, these sprinkles are made from natural sources and provide a fun, festive look to the waffles. They are perfect for enhancing the visual appeal while keeping the treats free from synthetic colors.
Waffle Ice Cream Sandwiches
Ingredients
- 1 1/4 C almond flour
- ¼ C coconut flour
- ⅔ C tapioca flour
- 1.5 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1 C full fat coconut milk mixed with 2 tsp lemon juice, May substitute with dairy free milk of choice
- 1/3 c refined liquid coconut oil
- ¼ C Raw cane sugar or maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla
Toppings
- 1/3 C dye free sprinkles
- 1/2 C dairy free chocolate chips
Instructions
Prepare the Waffles:
- Follow the recipe for making mini waffles. Once cooked and cooled, add a scoop of your favorite ice cream between two waffles to form a sandwich.
Add Toppings:
- Before the ice cream fully sets, sprinkle the edges with chocolate chips and dye-free sprinkles, pressing them gently into the ice cream to adhere.
Serve:
- Enjoy these delightful treats as a perfect conclusion to a meal or a standalone snack during a hot day. They’re not only delicious but also a visually stunning addition to any gathering.
