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S’mores Explosion Cookie Dough Ice Cream Roll – The Ultimate Frozen Dessert Fantasy
Few desserts spark nostalgia quite like s’mores. That unmistakable combination of toasted marshmallow, melted chocolate, and crunchy graham crackers instantly transports you to summer nights, crackling campfires, and sticky fingers. Now imagine all of that joy reinvented into a wildly indulgent frozen dessert — creamy, chewy, crunchy, and outrageously fun. That’s exactly what S’mores Explosion Cookie Dough Ice Cream Roll delivers.
This dessert is not subtle. It’s bold, playful, and unapologetically indulgent. Each ice cream roll wraps layers of silky vanilla ice cream around chunks of edible cookie dough, gooey marshmallow swirls, rivers of melted chocolate, and a graham cracker crunch that ties everything together. The result? A show-stopping frozen treat that looks like it came from a gourmet ice cream shop but can be made right at home.
Perfect for summer parties, birthday celebrations, late-night cravings, or anytime you want to impress without turning on the oven, this recipe combines comfort food nostalgia with modern dessert flair.
Why This Recipe Works
What makes this dessert truly special is contrast. You get:
- Creamy vanilla ice cream as the base
- Chewy edible cookie dough hidden inside
- Gooey marshmallow ribbons throughout
- Rich melted chocolate in every bite
- Crunchy graham cracker texture for balance
Rolling the ice cream rather than scooping it creates a dramatic presentation while also layering flavors more evenly. Every bite delivers the full s’mores experience instead of isolated elements.
Ingredients
Cookie Batter
- All-purpose flour
- Baking powder
- Baking soda
- Salt
- Cinnamon
- Nutmeg
- Cloves (optional)
- Unsalted butter, softened
- Brown sugar
- Large egg
- Vanilla extract
- Apple cider
Filling
- Unsalted butter, softened
- Powdered sugar
- Vanilla extract
- Cream or milk
Note: While the structured recipe uses a cookie-style batter and filling base, the flavors translate beautifully into edible cookie dough chunks used inside the ice cream roll. Heat-treat flour if consuming dough raw.
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.
- In another bowl, cream butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add egg and vanilla extract, mixing well.
- Gradually mix in dry ingredients, alternating with apple cider, until a soft batter forms.
- Drop batter onto baking sheets using a scoop, spacing 2 inches apart. Flatten slightly.
- Bake 12–15 minutes until set and lightly golden. Cool completely on wire racks.
- Beat softened butter with powdered sugar and vanilla. Add cream to reach desired filling consistency.
- Sandwich cookies with filling, serve immediately or store in airtight container.
Turning It Into an Ice Cream Roll
Once cookies are baked and cooled:
- Chop cookies into bite-sized chunks.
- Soften vanilla ice cream slightly.
- Spread ice cream thinly on a chilled flat surface or baking sheet.
- Sprinkle cookie chunks, marshmallow swirl, melted chocolate, and graham cracker crumbs evenly.
- Freeze until firm, then scrape and roll carefully into tight spirals.
Tips for Perfect Ice Cream Rolls
- Work fast once the ice cream softens — temperature control is everything.
- Chill your surface beforehand for cleaner rolls.
- Use a wide metal spatula for smoother spirals.
- Don’t overload toppings in one area; even distribution helps rolling.
Flavor Variations
- Chocolate Base: Swap vanilla ice cream for chocolate or marshmallow ice cream.
- Peanut Butter S’mores: Add peanut butter cookie dough and drizzle with PB sauce.
- Salted Caramel: Add caramel ribbons and flaky sea salt.
- Gluten-Free: Use gluten-free cookies and graham crackers.
Serving Suggestions
- Serve immediately for clean, defined rolls.
- Drizzle with warm chocolate sauce just before serving.
- Add a toasted marshmallow on top for drama.
- Pair with cold milk or iced coffee.
Fun S’mores Dessert Facts
S’mores date back to the early 1900s and were first recorded in Girl Scout manuals. The name comes from “some more,” because one is never enough — and that rule absolutely applies here.
Make-Ahead & Storage
Ice cream rolls can be frozen for up to 2 weeks when wrapped individually in parchment and stored in an airtight container. Let sit at room temperature for 2–3 minutes before serving.
Why You’ll Love This Dessert
- No baking required for final assembly
- Instagram-worthy presentation
- Customizable flavors
- Perfect for hot weather
- Crowd-pleasing nostalgia
This is not just dessert — it’s an experience.
S’mores Explosion Cookie Dough Ice Cream Roll
A decadent frozen dessert featuring ice cream rolls packed with cookie dough, chocolate, marshmallow, and graham cracker crunch inspired by classic s’mores.
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.
- In another bowl, cream butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add egg and vanilla extract, mixing well.
- Gradually mix in dry ingredients, alternating with apple cider, until a soft batter forms.
- Drop batter onto baking sheets using a scoop, spacing 2 inches apart. Flatten slightly.
- Bake 12–15 minutes until set and lightly golden. Cool completely on wire racks.
- Beat softened butter with powdered sugar and vanilla. Add cream to reach desired filling consistency.
- Sandwich cookies with filling, serve immediately or store in airtight container.
Notes
Freeze ice cream rolls before serving for best texture and clean presentation.
