Sweet Cherry Ice-Cream Sandwiches

 

20-ounce refrigerated roll chocolate chip or vanilla cookie dough
1 1/2 quarts sweet cherry-flavored ice cream

Slice and bake cookies according to package directions. Cool thoroughly. (Or use packaged or bakery cookies.)

Soften ice cream slightly. Spread about 1/2 cup (or large scoop) of ice cream on one cooke; top with another cookie. Wrap individually in waxed paper or plastic wrap and freeze well until firm. Repeat with remaining cookies and ice cream. Ice-cream sandwiches may be made ahead. Makes 12 servings.

Note: If desired, cookie dough may be rolled and cut into 2 1/2- to 3-inch squares or other desired shapes.

-National Cherry Growers and Industries Foundation

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