Making homemade ice cream doesn't have to be hard! This easy homemade Oreo Ice Cream Recipe is a delicious treat and the perfect dessert with just 6 simple ingredients. You'll love the creamy texture of this dark chocolate ice cream packed with Oreo cookies.
This easy recipe is one of my favorite ways to use Oreos. It's crazy to think how much we pay at an ice cream shop when you can make this chocolate sandwich cookie ice cream recipe right at home. The rich flavor and crushed cookies make an easy Oreo ice cream that the whole family will love.
Forget about store-bought ice cream - this recipe is the real deal. The hardest part is not eating the entire recipe in one sitting!
For more great Oreo recipes, try this Oreo Mousse or make some Chocolate Cookies and Cream Cookies!
Ingredients
- Heavy cream - This adds richness to the ice cream dessert.
- Whole milk - Combined with heavy whipping cream, this gives the perfect amount of fat for creamy ice cream.
- Black cocoa powder - Black cocoa has that iconic Oreo flavor. It is perfect in this ice cream recipe.
- Sugar - For added sweetness.
- Egg yolks - If you are concerned about using raw egg yolks in ice cream, you can purchase pasteurized eggs or temper the ice cream base.
- Oreo crumbs - Crumbled Oreos are the star of this easy dessert.
See recipe card for quantities.
How to Make this Oreo Ice Cream Recipe
Step One: Add the first six ingredients into a blender.
Step Two: Blend until smooth. It will be thick and creamy.
Step Three: Pour the mixture into an ice cream maker. Churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions for your ice cream maker.
Step Four: Let the ice cream churn. It takes about 20 minutes to reach this point.
Step Five: Once the churning is complete, mix in the Oreo crumbs. You can eat the soft ice cream at this point or freeze it until it is firmer.
Step Six: Put the Oreo cookie ice cream mixture into a freezer-safe container. Freeze for 3-4 hours or until firm. Scoop and enjoy!
Top Tip
If you want to temper the ice cream base, heat the base after step 2 until it is thick enough to coat the back of a wooden spoon. Transfer to the fridge. Chill in the refrigerator until it is very cold before proceeding with the recipe. If you notice any pieces of egg strain through a fine-mesh sieve.
Substitutions
- Chopped cookies - If you love other types of cookies, use them! This can be done with chocolate chip cookies, etc. Try adding in some Cookies and Cream Cookies.
Variations
- Toppings - The ONLY way to make this easy homemade Oreo ice cream better is to add your favorite toppings. You can add whipped cream, hot fudge sauce, extra Oreos, a crushed up warm brownie - you know the drill.
- Flavors - Add a generous pinch of sea salt to make salted chocolate ice cream. That is one of our favorites at the ice cream shop we visit on summer vacation.
- Peanut butter - Adding a scoop of peanut butter can turn this into a delicious Oreo chocolate peanut butter ice cream. It's just that simple.
- Vanilla - Add a tablespoon of vanilla extract in place of the cocoa powder, and make this with a vanilla ice cream base instead.
If you're a fan of ice cream, be sure to check out this Dark Chocolate Raspberry Ice Cream. Next, try our no-churn Cookie Monster Ice Cream. Or try this Chocolate Coffee Ice Cream Recipe for a fun twist on chocolate ice cream. So many amazing choices!
Equipment
You'll want to have a blender or large mixing bowl to combine the ingredients. An ice cream machine is also a must. If you don't have an ice cream container, you can use a loaf pan and plastic wrap to store this homemade ice cream recipe.
Storage
Storing this homemade cookies 'n cream ice cream in the freezer is a must. Put the loaf tin or airtight container in the freezer and keep it there until you are ready to serve. It's a good idea to let it set out for a few minutes so it's easier to scoop.
Common Questions
You have the ability to make this ice cream recipe your favorite flavor. You can omit the cocoa, add Biscoff cookies, and turn this into Biscoff ice cream, or leave out the Oreos as well and just have a delicious chocolate ice cream recipe on its own.
The great thing about making this cookie ice cream is that the Oreo pieces are in the ice cream. Keeping them cool and coated is the key. If you want to add extra cookie crumbs on top, keep those stored and fresh, and then add them once you're ready to eat.
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📖 Recipe
Oreo Ice Cream Recipe
Equipment
- Ice Cream Maker
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- ¾ cup black cocoa powder
- ¾ cup sugar
- 3 egg yolks ***
- 1 cup crushed Oreo cookies
Instructions
- Combine the first 6 ingredients. Blend until smooth.
- Pour into an ice cream maker. Churn according to the manufacturer's instructions.
- When the ice cream has finished churning mix in the oreo crumbs.
- Transfer to a freezer-safe container and freeze for 3-4 hours or until firm enough to scoop.
Notes
Nutrition
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Originally Published April 2, 2024. Revised and Republished April 13, 2026.
Marcy says
Great ice cream! It really popped when I added a pinch of salt. This will definitely be in our ice cream rotation.