RECIPES

Key Lime Pie Ice Cream Sandwiches

Thanks to buttery mascarpone cheese, these homemade Key lime ice cream sandwiches are an extra creamy and delicious dessert.

Active Time

25 Minutes

Servings

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups half-and-half cream
1 cup Cello® Mascarpone cheese (8 ounces)
3/4 cup sugar
Zest of 3 to 4 Key limes
4 tablespoons Key lime juice
16 graham cracker squares (2 1/2-inches each)

Cheese

Look for the Proudly Wisconsin Badge when shopping for cheese. Any brand of Wisconsin Mascarpone can be used in this recipe.

Instructions

Place the cream, mascarpone, sugar, lime zest and lime juice into a blender or food processor; cover and process until mixture is smooth.
Pour mascarpone mixture into an ice cream maker, two-thirds full. Freeze according to manufacturer’s directions. Refrigerate any remaining ice cream mixture until ready to freeze. Repeat step with any remaining mascarpone mixture.
Meanwhile, line a 9 x 5-inch loaf pan with plastic wrap. Spread ice cream on bottom. Cover with plastic wrap. Freeze for 6 hours or until firm.
Unwrap ice cream; transfer to a cutting board. Cut ice cream into 2-inch squares. Sandwich ice cream between two graham cracker squares. Freeze for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Recipe Tips

Fresh limes can be substituted for the Key limes in this recipe. Add 1/2 to 2 teaspoons lime zest, depending on taste.| Homemade or store-bought graham crackers could be used.

Cheesemonger Tip

Cello® Mascarpone is an award-winning cheese handcrafted by artisans. It's made with milk and sweet cream for an indulgent, rich flavor and smooth and creamy consistency.