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    Cookies and Cream Ice Cream (Oreo Ice Cream)

    Published: Jun 4, 2021 · Modified: Sep 17, 2021 by Laura · This post may contain affiliate links.

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    The best cookies and cream ice cream recipe! A creamy Oreo ice cream is loaded with crushed and chopped Oreos for a big cookie flavor in every bite!

    overhead view of scoops of Cookies and Cream Ice Cream

    In my opinion no ice cream shop or store-bought ice cream variety even comes close to being as delicious as homemade ice cream - especially when it comes to this Oreo ice cream recipe.

    When you make your own, like this chocolate ice cream or chocolate peanut butter ice cream, you control the quality of ingredients, amount of add ins, etc. Which is why I created this recipe for the best cookies and cream ice cream ever.

    In this recipe, creamy Oreo ice cream is loaded with crushed and chopped cookies for a big Oreo flavor in every bite! No searching through a sea of plain vanilla ice cream to disappointedly find that there are only a few bits of Oreos - this recipe is jam-packed with the good stuff (cookies galore). 

    Oreo ice cream in a bowl with an ice cream cone

    Cookies and Cream Ice Cream: Ingredients & Substitutions 

    Here are a few notes about the ingredients and possible substitutions in this Oreo ice cream recipe. 

    overhead photo of the ingredients in this Oreo ice cream recipe
    • Half and half/heavy cream. This recipe calls for 3 cups of liquid dairy. You can change the ratios of half and half : cream if desired, as long as the total amount equals 3 cups. You could also substitute some of the liquid with whole milk. 
    • Granulated sugar. Organic cane sugar works well in place of white granulated sugar.
    • Fine sea salt. if using iodized salt, reduce the amount by half. 
    • Egg yolks. There is no substitution for egg yolks in this Oreo ice cream recipe. 
    • Pure vanilla extract. I don't recommend using imitation vanilla. However vanilla bean paste is a good substitute. 
    • Oreos cookies: Any sandwich cookie (or really any crunchy cookie of your choice) works well in this recipe. I suggest any flavor of Oreos (we love double stuff ), Trader Joe's Jo Jo's, or you can even find a gluten-free variety to make this recipe gluten-free.  Just be sure to realize that you process some of the cookies and coarsely chop the rest. 

    How to make Oreo Ice Cream

    This Oreo ice cream recipe has a few steps, but they are simple and easy to execute! We'll walk through the process step-by-step, and don't forget to watch the video.

    Make the ice cream base

    This cookies and cream ice cream recipe begins by making the ice cream base - because it needs to be chilled until cold. 

    To begin, warm the half and half, salt and sugar over medium heat. In a separate bowl, beat the egg yolks and add ½ cup of the warm mixture to the egg yolks, then whisk to combine.

    two overhead photos showing How to Make Oreo Ice Cream

    Next, add the egg mixture to the half and half on the stovetop. Cook over medium-low heat stirring constantly until the mixture thickens slightly – just barely coating the back of a spatula – or reaches 170 degrees F.

    two overhead photos showing How to Make Oreo Ice Cream

    Place the heavy cream into a bowl with a fine mesh strainer on top of the bowl, then strain the custard into the heavy cream and discard what is left on the strainer. Add vanilla extract and stir to combine.

    two overhead photos showing How to Make Oreo Ice Cream

    Chill

    Transfer the ice cream mixture to an airtight container and chill completely in the fridge (preferably overnight).

    Churn

    Once chilled, turn an ice cream make on and pour mixture into it while it’s turning. Churn until it begins to thicken and add the finely crushed Oreos. Continue churning until thick and frozen.

    two overhead photos showing How to Make Oreo Ice Cream

    Add Coarsely Chopped Oreos & Freeze

    Once frozen, transfer the Oreo ice cream to a freezer-friendly container with a lid and stir in coarsely chopped cookies. Then freeze until hardened.

    Serve! 

    Enjoy this cookies n cream ice cream with a dollop of homemade whipped cream for an extra special treat! 

    Store

    This Oreo ice cream can be stored in the freezer for up to 3 months. 

    Cookies and Cream Ice Cream (Oreo Ice Cream) in a container

    Ice Cream Making Tools

    • Ice cream maker: I have this Cuisinart Ice Cream maker. I bought it at a garage sale and got a great deal on it! If I was going to purchase a new one, I would get this nicer version Cuisinart Stainless Steel Ice Cream Maker because it's bigger and newer, and relatively similar in price. 
    • Storage container: I store our homemade ice cream in a glass tupperware with a lid.  There are also great containers that are made for storing ice cream, like these 1-quart storage tubs and this jumbo 2.5 quart container (for larger batches). 
    • Ice cream scoop: I have a little collection of ice cream scoops! I like using a large cookie scoop because it makes pretty, round servings of ice cream due to the shape and release feature.  The shape of this scoop makes it easy to serve ice cream! 

    FAQs about Oreo Ice Cream

    Can I make this without eggs?

    I am partial to egg yolk based ice creams, however you could omit the eggs if desired, but your ice cream will not be nearly as creamy.

    Do I have to use Oreos?

    Nope! Although I think Oreos are the best, you can use any cookie you prefer. You can choose gluten-free sandwich cookies to make this gluten-free. Trader Joe's JoJo's are great in this recipe as well. Even crispy chocolate chip cookies would taste good in this ice cream.

    Is cookies and cream and Oreo the same?

    Yes! Cookies and Cream is just a great way to name this ice cream without mentioning a brand.

    overhead photo of scoops of Oreo ice cream

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    If you love this cookies n cream recipe, try these:

    • This Dirt Cake is another delicious recipe for Oreo lovers, also these Oreo truffles! 
    • Our homemade vanilla ice cream is infused with vanilla beans and is oh-so good. This paleo vanilla ice cream is also a reader favorite. 
    • Make your own cookie dough ice cream and load it with cookie dough chunks!
    • This is the absolute best homemade chocolate ice cream you will ever try. 
    • My all-time favorite is chocolate peanut butter ice cream - homemade is so much better than even your favorite ice cream shop. Also try this healthier, dairy-free chocolate peanut butter ice cream. 
    overhead photo of a cone with two scoops of Cookies and Cream Ice Cream (Oreo Ice Cream)

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    Cookies and Cream Ice Cream (Oreo Ice Cream)

    Laura
    The best cookies and cream ice cream recipe! A creamy Oreo ice cream is loaded with crushed and chopped cookies for a big cookie flavor in every bite!
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    Prep Time 20 mins
    Cook Time 10 mins
    Chilling 9 hrs
    Total Time 9 hrs 30 mins
    Course Dessert
    Cuisine American
    Servings 12 Servings
    Calories 362 kcal

    Equipment

    • ice cream maker
    • measuring spoons
    • measuring cups
    • spatula
    • whisk
    • 3 quart saucepan
    • ice cream storage container
    • Ice cream scoop

    Ingredients
     
     

    • 2 cups half and half
    • 1 cup heavy cream
    • 1 cup granulated sugar
    • ¼ tsp sea salt
    • 4 egg yolks
    • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
    • 1 cup Oreos crushed (10 cookies)
    • 1 ½ cups Oreos coarsely chopped (15 cookies)

    Instructions
     

    • Warm half and half, salt and sugar mixture over medium heat.
    • Beat egg yolks in a small mixing bowl, add ½ cup of the warm mixture to the egg yolks and whisk to combine. Then add that mixture to the half and half on the stovetop.
    • Cook over medium-low heat stirring constantly until the mixture thickens slightly – just barely coating the back of a spatula – or reaches 170 degrees F.
    • Place the heavy cream into a bowl with a fine mesh strainer on top of the bowl.
    • Strain the custard into the heavy cream. Discard what is left on the strainer.
    • Add vanilla extract, stir to combine.
    • Transfer to an airtight container and chill completely in the fridge (preferably overnight).
    • Once chilled, turn an ice cream make on and pour mixture into it while it’s turning. Churn until it begins to thicken and add crushed Oreos.
    • Continue churning until thick and frozen.
    • Transfer the Oreo ice cream to a freezer-friendly container with a lid and stir in coarsely chopped cookies.
    • Freeze until hardened.
    • Serve and enjoy!

    Video

    Notes

    Ice cream maker

    People always ask me what kind of ice cream maker I use, I have two! This Cuisinart Ice Cream maker , and this Cuisinart Stainless Steel Ice Cream Maker .

    Store

    We store homemade ice cream in a glass tupperware with a lid.  There are also great containers that are made for storing ice cream, like these 1-quart storage tubs and this jumbo 2.5 quart container (for larger batches). 

    Ingredient Substitutions

    • Half and half/heavy cream. This recipe calls for 3 cups of liquid dairy. You can change the ratios of half and half : cream if desired, as long as the total amount equals 3 cups. You could also substitute some of the liquid with whole milk. 
    • Granulated sugar. Organic cane sugar works well in place of white granulated sugar.
    • Fine sea salt. if using iodized salt, reduce the amount by half. 
    • Pure vanilla extract. I don't recommend using imitation vanilla. However vanilla bean paste is a good substitute. 
    • Oreos cookies: Any sandwich cookie (or really any crunchy cookie of your choice) works well in this recipe. I suggest any flavor of Oreos (we love double stuff ), Trader Joe's Jo Jo's, or you can even find a gluten-free variety to make this recipe gluten-free.  Just be sure to realize that you process some of the cookies and coarsely chop the rest. 

    Nutrition

    Serving: 0.33cupsCalories: 362kcalCarbohydrates: 43gProtein: 4gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 107mgSodium: 229mgPotassium: 146mgFiber: 1gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 522IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 71mgIron: 3mg
    Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!

    More Delicious Recipes: 

    If you love this cookies n cream recipe, try these:

    • Our homemade vanilla ice cream is infused with vanilla beans and is oh-so good. This paleo vanilla ice cream is also a reader favorite. 
    • This is the absolute best homemade chocolate ice cream you will ever try. 
    • My all-time favorite is chocolate peanut butter ice cream - homemade is so much better than even your favorite ice cream shop. Also try this healthier, dairy-free chocolate peanut butter ice cream. 
    • This is the best cookies and cream ice cream in the world!
    • Or try the best homemade coffee ice cream!
    • These chocolate chip cookie ice cream sandwiches are better than DQ!
    • Homemade cookie dough ice cream has delicious cookie dough chunks in every bite.

    This post contains affiliate links, which means that if you purchase a product through a link you clicked on here, I receive a portion of the sale. Thank you for supporting JoyFoodSunshine! 

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