Caramel Peanut and Chocolate Ice Cream
Indulge in the decadence of homemade Caramel Peanut and Chocolate Ice Cream, a creamy and luxurious treat that combines rich chocolate, crunchy salted peanuts, and velvety caramel swirls. This easy-to-make frozen dessert starts with a luscious chocolate base made from heavy cream, whole milk, and cocoa powder, perfectly balanced with semi-sweet chocolate chips and a hint of vanilla. Crunchy salted peanuts add a delightful texture, while ribbons of caramel sauce create pockets of smooth, sugary bliss in every bite. Perfect for summer gatherings or satisfying late-night cravings, this gourmet ice cream recipe takes only 20 minutes of prep and will have your taste buds dancing. Serve it straight from the freezer for a dessert that's sweet, salty, and utterly irresistible!
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Ingredients
- 2 cups Heavy cream
- 1 cup Whole milk
- 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup Cocoa powder
- 0.5 cup Semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.75 cup Salted peanuts
- 0.5 cup Caramel sauce
Directions
Step 1
In a medium-sized saucepan over medium heat, whisk together the heavy cream, whole milk, granulated sugar, and cocoa powder.
Step 2
Heat the mixture until it begins to steam but do not allow it to boil.
Step 3
Remove from the heat and stir in the semi-sweet chocolate chips until fully melted and smooth.
Step 4
Add the vanilla extract and stir to combine.
Step 5
Cool the mixture to room temperature, then refrigerate it for at least 4 hours or overnight.
Step 6
Churn the chilled mixture in an ice cream maker according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Step 7
Once the ice cream has thickened (but is still soft), fold in the salted peanuts and swirl in the caramel sauce gently to create ribbons of caramel.
Step 8
Transfer the ice cream to an airtight container and freeze for 3-4 hours or until firm.
Step 9
Serve and enjoy your homemade caramel peanut and chocolate ice cream!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1272.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3948.0 |
| Total Fat 273.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 138.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 17.8g | |
| Cholesterol 565.3mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1199.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 336.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 30.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 290.5g | |
| Protein 54.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 113.8IU | 0% |
| Calcium 490.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 9.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1874.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories