Homemade ice cream doesn't have to be hard! This 6-ingredient Oreo Ice Cream Recipe is a delicious treat and perfect dessert. The Oreo cookies combine perfectly with the black cocoa powder. You'll love the creamy texture of this sweet indulgence.

This easy recipe is my favorite way to use crushed 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 such an easy Oreo ice cream with an end result that the whole family will love.
Forget about store-bought ice cream - this great recipe is the real deal. The hardest part is not eating the entire recipe in one sitting!
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Ingredients
- Heavy cream - This adds richness to the ice cream dessert.
- Whole milk - A simple way to add flavor and thin out the ice cream a tad bit.
- Black cocoa powder - Turns this Oreo cookie ice cream into a dark chocolate ice cream.
- 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 - 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 directions of the 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.
Step Six: Put the ice cream mixture into a freezer-safe container. Freeze for 3-4 hours or until firm. Scoop and enjoy!
Top Tip
If you want it to be more of a soft-serve consistency, let the ice cream set out at room temperature for a short time after it's been frozen. You'll then have soft ice cream that is easy to scoop.
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
- Add toppings - The ONLY way to make this easy homemade Oreo ice cream better is to add your favorite toppings. You can add hot fudge sauce, extra Oreos, a crushed up warm brownie - you know the drill.
- Add 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.
- Add vanilla bean - You can skip adding the cocoa powder and make this into a vanilla ice cream instead.
See this Chocolate Coffee Ice Cream Recipe for a fun twist and flavor.
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.Â
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.Â
It just depends if you're hungry! I tend to eat it all within a couple of days, but as long as it's stored properly, it should stay fresh for a few months.
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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.
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