Creamy Crunchy Peanut Butter Dream Ice Cream
Indulge in this decadent Creamy Crunchy Peanut Butter Dream Ice Cream, where the rich flavor of creamy peanut butter meets the delightful crunch of miniature peanut butter cups. This recipe is perfect for peanut butter lovers and ice cream enthusiasts alike. With a velvety texture and a unique blend of sweetened condensed milk and whole milk, this homemade ice cream offers a luxurious dessert experience. It's simple to make and sure to impress your family and friends. Chill out with a bowl of this delightful treat on a hot summer day or serve it as a special dessert for any occasion. Once you try this recipe, you’ll be dreaming of your next scoop!
8
Servings
N/A
Calories
8
Ingredients
Ingredients
Sugar
1/4 cup (Granulated)
Eggs
3 (Large)
Whole Milk
1 cup (Hot)
Peanut Butter
3/4 cup (Smooth)
Sweetened Condensed Milk
3/4 cup (N/A)
Half-and-Half Cream
1/2 cup (N/A)
Vanilla Extract
2 teaspoons (N/A)
Miniature Peanut Butter Cups
12 (Chopped)
Instructions
1
In a medium bowl, use an electric mixer to beat together the sugar and eggs until thick and pale, approximately 3 minutes. Set aside.
2
In a small saucepan, pour in the whole milk and slowly bring to a simmer over low heat. Avoid boiling.
3
Once the milk is warm, gradually drizzle it into the egg mixture while continuously whisking to temper the eggs. This will prevent curdling.
4
Return the combined mixture to the saucepan and cook over low heat, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon or spatula, until it thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon. Do not let it boil.
5
Remove the saucepan from heat and whisk in the peanut butter until completely melted and combined.
6
Allow the mixture to cool slightly before whisking in the sweetened condensed milk, half-and-half, and vanilla extract until smooth.
7
Cover the mixture and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until thoroughly chilled.
8
Once chilled, pour the mixture into an ice cream maker and freeze according to the manufacturer's instructions until the ice cream reaches a soft-serve consistency.
9
Gently fold in the chopped miniature peanut butter cups while the ice cream is still soft.
10
Transfer the ice cream to a suitable container, cover it tightly, and freeze until solid, about 4 hours.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Creamy Crunchy Peanut Butter Dream Ice Cream?
It is a decadent homemade frozen dessert featuring a rich peanut butter base and crunchy miniature peanut butter cups.
How many servings does this recipe yield?
This recipe makes 8 servings.
What are the main ingredients for the ice cream base?
The base consists of sugar, eggs, whole milk, peanut butter, sweetened condensed milk, and half-and-half.
How long should I beat the sugar and eggs?
You should beat them with an electric mixer for approximately 3 minutes until thick and pale.
What type of peanut butter is recommended?
The recipe calls for 3/4 cup of smooth peanut butter.
What kind of mix-ins are used in this recipe?
The recipe uses 12 chopped miniature peanut butter cups.
How do I prepare the milk for the custard?
Pour the whole milk into a small saucepan and slowly bring it to a simmer over low heat without boiling.
What is the purpose of tempering the eggs?
Tempering involves gradually drizzling warm milk into the egg mixture to prevent the eggs from curdling.
How do I know when the custard has thickened enough?
The mixture should be thick enough to coat the back of a wooden spoon or spatula.
Should I boil the custard mixture while thickening?
No, you should cook it over low heat and ensure it does not boil.
When should the peanut butter be added?
Whisk in the peanut butter immediately after removing the thickened custard from the heat.
When do I add the sweetened condensed milk?
Whisk it in after the peanut butter mixture has cooled slightly.
How much vanilla extract is required?
The recipe requires 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract.
How long must the mixture be refrigerated before churning?
The mixture needs to be chilled for at least 2 hours or until thoroughly cold.
What consistency should the ice cream reach in the maker?
Freeze it until it reaches a soft-serve consistency.
When are the chopped peanut butter cups added?
Gently fold them in while the ice cream is still soft, right after churning.
How long does the ice cream take to freeze until solid?
It takes about 4 hours of freezing in a tightly covered container to become solid.
How many eggs are used in this recipe?
This recipe uses 3 large eggs.
What type of sugar is best for this ice cream?
Use 1/4 cup of granulated sugar.
How much whole milk is needed?
The recipe calls for 1 cup of whole milk.
How much half-and-half cream is used?
Use 1/2 cup of half-and-half cream.
Can I use an electric mixer for the initial steps?
Yes, an electric mixer is recommended for beating the sugar and eggs.
What is the recipe category?
This recipe is categorized under Frozen Desserts.
How much sweetened condensed milk is needed?
The recipe requires 3/4 cup of sweetened condensed milk.
Is this recipe suitable for summer?
Yes, it is described as a delightful treat for a hot summer day.
What is the preparation for the peanut butter cups?
The 12 miniature peanut butter cups should be chopped.
Should the container be covered during the final freeze?
Yes, transfer it to a suitable container and cover it tightly.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are a total of 8 ingredients.
What is the texture of the finished ice cream?
It has a velvety, creamy texture with a delightful crunch from the peanut butter cups.
Does this recipe require an ice cream maker?
Yes, the instructions specify using an ice cream maker according to the manufacturer's instructions.