Chocolate Peanut Butter Ice Cream
Indulge your sweet tooth with the rich and creamy delight of Chocolate Peanut Butter Ice Cream, a homemade frozen treat that combines the luxurious flavors of chocolate and peanut butter in perfect harmony. This decadent dessert features a velvety base made with heavy cream, whole milk, and unsweetened cocoa powder, lightly sweetened with granulated sugar and balanced with a hint of vanilla and salt. Swirling in smooth peanut butter and studded with chocolate chips, each bite is a luscious symphony of sweet and salty textures. Prepared with an ice cream maker, this recipe is easier than you think, requiring just 20 minutes of prep time before chilling and churning to perfection. Whether you're treating yourself or impressing guests, this creamy, dreamy dessert is the ultimate indulgence for chocolate and peanut butter lovers. Perfect for summer gatherings or any time you crave a refined yet comforting cold dessert!
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Ingredients
- 2 cups Heavy cream
- 1 cup Whole milk
- 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 cup Smooth peanut butter
- 0.5 cup Chocolate chips
Directions
Step 1
In a medium saucepan, whisk together the peanut butter and granulated sugar over medium heat until smooth and the sugar is mostly dissolved.
Step 2
Gradually add the cocoa powder, whisking until fully incorporated.
Step 3
Pour in the heavy cream and whole milk, whisking constantly to ensure no lumps form.
Step 4
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, then remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract and salt.
Step 5
Allow the mixture to cool to room temperature, then cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until chilled.
Step 6
Once chilled, pour the mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions, usually about 20-25 minutes, until it reaches a soft-serve consistency.
Step 7
During the last 5 minutes of churning, add the chocolate chips.
Step 8
Transfer the ice cream to an airtight container and freeze for at least 4 hours or until firm.
Step 9
Serve and enjoy your homemade chocolate peanut butter ice cream.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1240.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3923.9 |
| Total Fat 278.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 140.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.4g | |
| Cholesterol 509.3mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1378.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 335.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 57.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 234.0g | |
| Protein 64.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 107.4IU | 0% |
| Calcium 479.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 25.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2595.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories