Sunday, April 22, 2012

Dessert Recipe: Limoncello Sugar Cookie Ice-Cream Sandwich


While I was over at Le Delicieux and Dining With a Stud, I immediately knew I wanted to take part in their Sweet Adventure Blog Hop (SABH), which I just discovered is hosted every month. Now, that to me is a fun way of mingling virtually, and presenting my best (so I think) recipes forward. To learn more on how to join in the fun, click on the SABH Blog Hop badge.
For this month of April, the theme is all about cooking or baking with Lemons. Lately, I can't seem to steer away from Limoncello, and today I am presenting you with another way; that I found myself incorporating Limoncello into my desserts. After much pondering and pacing back and forth, I decided that this weekend's treat is going to be a mini treat but will leave you a happy camper once you're done with it.
There will be 2 recipes in a single treat. This recipe is so versatile that you can even just have each of it on it's own. So what did I make, where you might be drooling over? (drum-rolls please ;p) Okay, be prepared.. as I went a little crazy and made 2 things all from scratched. Firstly, I baked sugar cookies, and then went on to make Limoncello Lemon Ice-Cream.
This is my biggest issue, being indecisive. I couldn't decide which to share with you first, so I decided to make a switch up by pairing the cookie and ice-cream together. Alas came Limoncello Sugar Cookie Ice-Cream Sandwich. A long name for such a tiny treat, but it's oh! so worth it. Doesn't the sound of it make you want to take a bite out of this cold treat? Also, here's some good news, this ice-cream recipe doesn't require you to have an ice-cream maker, since I don't own one anyways..LOL. I have been doing up some reading, and the trick is to have adequate amount of sugar in an ice-cream to prevent ice particles from forming in your cream during freezing stage. Too scientific or technical? You're not alone, as I was left confused but felt like I learnt something new after some research. For now, let's enjoy this cold treat anytime of day.
For recipe: Click on image
Whenever I make a treat, I always like a balance of sweet and tangy sensation all at once. A lot like "ying & yang". To achieve the balance, the sugar cookies were sandwiched with lemony, creamy ice-cream with some adult oomph added, for that extra kick; Limoncello. Overall a simple pleasurable decadence for a hot Sunday afternoon tea-break.

So peeps! Enjoy the rest of the weekend. I certainly hope today's recipe will leave you with some oOOOooss..ahHHHHhhhhsss...mmMMMMMMmmmm!!

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38 comments:

  1. SandraApril 22, 2012 at 11:02 PM

    Limoncello sugar cookie Ice-cream sandwiches? Wow..that is an amazing idea, and what a great recipe! Thank you for sharing sweetie!xoxo

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    1. UnknownApril 23, 2012 at 11:33 AM

      My pleasure Sandra!! I sure hope I have tempt you all enough to give it a try.. LOL..xoxo

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  2. Geri SaucierApril 23, 2012 at 2:34 AM

    The lemon ice cream sounds delicious. I haven't had "good" lemon ice cream in a long time. I am looking forward to making your recipe. I really like the fact I don't need an ice cream freezer. Thanks:) Enjoy the rest of your weekend.

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    1. UnknownApril 26, 2012 at 10:01 AM

      Do give it a try Geri.. the lemon ice cream was surprisingly smooth and love the hint of limoncello and the freshness of the lemony taste in it. I will definitely add it to smoothies too.. LOL.. have a good week ahead!! xoxo

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  3. Bizzy Lizzy's Good ThingsApril 23, 2012 at 4:35 AM

    OOoohhh, ahhhh and mmmmmm, for sure!

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    1. UnknownApril 26, 2012 at 10:02 AM

      Thanks Bizzy Lizzy!! Will stop over at your side real soon.. Cheers,Jo

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  4. LauralovescakesApril 23, 2012 at 5:42 AM

    Wow...these look amazing...I'm really impressed you made your own Limoncello ice-cream too! I'd love to have one of these to eat now! :-)

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    1. UnknownApril 26, 2012 at 10:03 AM

      Thanks Laura!! I know we can cheat once a while, but nothing beats making from scratch.. ;P.. have a good week!! Cheers, Jo

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  5. EricaApril 23, 2012 at 7:41 AM

    Oh wow, what a creation! They look devine. I was very tempted to make Limoncello for this months blog hop, not so much for the taste (sort of like fire water really...) but for how pretty it looks in cute little bottles! I can imagine that in your delightful little biscuits the Limoncello would give a little 'bite' but not so much 'fire'! Lemon and white chocolate macarons won for me in the end :)

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    1. UnknownApril 26, 2012 at 10:04 AM

      Like yourself, I was contemplating whether to bake macarons. Ended up, I went for a cold treat instead.. LOL.. Thanks for stopping over, will buzz you soon.. Cheers,

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  6. Kim BeeApril 23, 2012 at 10:50 AM

    Have I told you lately that I love you? Okay I am totally stealing that song but seriously this is stunning. I am in awe. You are so talented. I am so jealous.

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    1. UnknownApril 26, 2012 at 10:06 AM

      Aww Kim Bee, always room for improvement for myself, that's how I feel constantly. I do appreciate the support and love given.. Keep them coming okay? >.< Huggss

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  7. Jennifer (Delicieux)April 23, 2012 at 11:52 AM

    Your sandwich cookies look so good! I think I'm missing out because I've never tried an ice cream cookie sandwich. Something I need to rectify ASAP.

    Thanks for joining the blog hop!

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    1. UnknownApril 26, 2012 at 10:16 AM

      Thanks Jennifer! Gosh I love a good ice-cream sandwich, probably cookies and cream is one of my preferred choice, but now I am adding Limoncello Lemon ice-cream to the list too ;). My pleasure and can't wait to take part in more blog hop!! xoxo

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  8. TinaRBKApril 23, 2012 at 5:19 PM

    What a lovely flavor for a blog hop, perfect for spring. Your cookies do look amazing. I love lemon and rich chocolate-yum! Also, I have a rather large bottle of limoncello that need to be put to use so I am glad to come across these gems. Wonderful creation!

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    1. UnknownApril 26, 2012 at 10:17 AM

      Thanks Tina!! Glad you popped over. Will be buzzing you over at your blog too.. cheers, Jo

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  9. Liz That Skinny Chick Can BakeApril 23, 2012 at 6:43 PM

    What elegant ice cream sandwiches...just beautiful, Jo!!!

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  10. Baker StreetApril 24, 2012 at 11:56 AM

    I hate that I couldn't make it for the blog hop but this is a fantastic addition to the collection.

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    1. UnknownApril 30, 2012 at 10:55 AM

      No worries, there's always next time. I too tend to miss out a lot on blog hops. This time round I really hope to be able to do more!! ;)

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  11. Stephanie @ Eat. Drink. Love.April 24, 2012 at 12:16 PM

    These ice cream sandwiches are so pretty, Jo!

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  12. Renee @ Tortillas and HoneyApril 25, 2012 at 6:27 AM

    These look so delicious and classy!

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    1. UnknownApril 30, 2012 at 10:56 AM

      Hi Renee!! It is delish, and I hope that you all will get to make them and try it out.. that is if your family loves citrus like we do..

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  13. Nami | Just One CookbookApril 27, 2012 at 1:33 AM

    Hey Joanna~~! I already love the limoncello cookies by themselves but with ice cream, I need even more of those! =D

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    1. UnknownApril 30, 2012 at 10:57 AM

      Hi Nami! You sure know how to put a smile on my face ;P.. It is absolutely heaven.. so I hope you go get to try them out. Even if you don't want to make the ice-cream, here's a tip. Get really good vanilla ice-cream/ gelato. Mix like 2 table spoons of good Limoncello, and you will be kicking back and enjoying this treat on a hot day. xoxo

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  14. AnonymousApril 27, 2012 at 11:18 AM

    Here it comesssss.. oohhhs.... aaaaa's and mmmmmms! This is such a treat! Btw! I'd happily bake a cake for your birthday AND eat it for you ;) Just tell me the date!

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    1. UnknownApril 30, 2012 at 10:58 AM

      Aww Jes!! BIG HUGSS!!!! I will sure let you know my Bday.. lol.. Hopefully will get to meet up with you eh? So that I get to have the birthday cake too.. kekekeke..

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  15. ElisabethApril 29, 2012 at 10:55 PM

    What a fun blog hop, Jo! Your limoncello sugar cookie ice cream sandwich really "stands out"...gorgeous, and unusual:DDD
    Love the combination of the yummy ice cream sandwiched in the superb cookies!
    Beautiful photos, as well!
    Hugs,

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    1. UnknownApril 30, 2012 at 10:59 AM

      Hi Elisabeth!! Hehehe.. unusual eh? I like that.. hopefully spontaneous enough with my taste buds.. Thanks so much for your encouragement and I hope you have been feeling much better now. Huggss

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  16. Shu HanApril 30, 2012 at 3:54 PM

    haha i'm a very indecisive person too, glad that it worked out such that you have a creative yummy treat (: great combination of photos and recipe text, it looks right out of a magazine!

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  17. UnknownMay 4, 2012 at 1:07 PM

    THANKS Shu Han!! Your remarks makes today hectic Friday all better!!! Cheers, Jo

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  18. BonnibellaMay 5, 2012 at 7:50 AM

    MMmmmm.....and the weather is warming up so perfect treat. I really like the presentation of the ice cream sandwich. Have a great weekend Jo!

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  19. Kit @ i-lostinaustenMay 5, 2012 at 3:02 PM

    Wow! Lovely Limoncello cookies & not forgetting homemade too! Amazing idea with cookie sandwich! Stunning dessert that no one can resist certainly not me! :)

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  20. Reem | Simply ReemMay 8, 2012 at 5:02 AM

    what gorgeous ice cream...
    I love the presentation... Beautiful!!!!

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  21. DevakiMay 8, 2012 at 9:02 AM

    Your pics are GORGEOUS Jo and you took one sin and piled it on with another. Love you chica!

    These are just marvelous and I adores your limoncello so this really hits the spot :)

    chow: Devaki @ weavethousandflavors

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  22. LillyMay 20, 2012 at 8:08 PM

    Wow you've made your own ice cream as filling between the cookies? They must have been sooooo good! With summer around the corner...these cookies are a real treat.

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  23. Nic@diningwithastudMay 22, 2012 at 3:09 PM

    A friend of mines Nonna makes the best Limoncello. I'll have to swipe some to make this ;)

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