Cookie Dough Ice Cream Sandwiches

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup (1 stick) butter
• 1/3 cup packed light brown sugar
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 2 tablespoons milk
• 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 cup mini chocolate chips
• 1 quart of vanilla ice cream

Instructions:

1. To start making the cookie dough, melt the butter along with the brown and granulated sugars in a large microwave-safe bowl. Mix thoroughly to combine. Incorporate the milk, vanilla extract, and salt until well mixed. Gradually add the flour, stirring until the mixture is entirely smooth. Allow it to cool completely before folding in the chocolate chips, to prevent them from melting.
2. Prepare an 8X8-inch baking pan by lining it with two strips of parchment paper, ensuring they extend beyond the edges on all sides. Press half of the cookie dough evenly into the bottom of the pan using your hands.
3. Add another layer of parchment paper on top, leaving some overhang, and spread the remaining cookie dough evenly over it, pressing down gently to flatten.
4. Fold the overhanging parchment over the top of the dough and place it in the freezer for a minimum of 2 hours.
5. Once frozen, lift the top layer of cookie dough out using the parchment overhang. Carefully separate the second layer.
6. Evenly spread the softened ice cream over the top of the cookie layer. Remove the parchment from the second square of cookie dough and place it on top of the ice cream, smooth side facing up. Lightly press down so it adheres to the ice cream.
7. Cover the pan and freeze again for at least 2 to 8 hours. For serving, use a long, sharp knife, run it under hot water, dry it off, and slice the cookie dough ice cream sandwiches into squares, repeating the hot water step as needed after each cut.