Indulge in a heavenly combination of double chocolate and peanut butter with this to die for ice cream recipe. Rich and creamy, this frozen treat is the perfect dessert for chocolate and peanut butter lovers. Made with simple ingredients, this recipe is easy to follow and is guaranteed to satisfy your sweet cravings. Prepare to be amazed by the incredible flavor and creamy texture of this homemade ice cream.
Ingredients
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup chopped peanuts
Directions
- In a medium saucepan, whisk together the heavy cream, milk, sugar, cocoa powder, and salt.
- Place the saucepan over medium heat and heat the mixture until it starts to steam, stirring occasionally.
- Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
- Pour the mixture into a bowl and let it cool to room temperature.
- Once cooled, cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- After chilling, transfer the mixture to an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions.
- While the ice cream is churning, microwave the peanut butter for 30 seconds to soften it.
- Once the ice cream reaches a soft-serve consistency, add the softened peanut butter and chocolate chips.
- Continue churning for another 2-3 minutes or until the peanut butter and chocolate chips are evenly mixed into the ice cream.
- Transfer the ice cream to a lidded container and sprinkle chopped peanuts on top.
- Cover the container and freeze for at least 4 hours or until firm.
- Serve the to die for double chocolate peanut butter ice cream in bowls or cones and enjoy!
