Chocolate Peanut Butter Swirl Ice Cream
Indulge in the creamy goodness of Chocolate Peanut Butter Swirl Ice Cream, a delightful homemade treat that combines rich chocolate and smooth peanut butter in a way that’s simply irresistible. Perfect for warm summer days or as a sweet surprise at gatherings, this easy-to-make dessert promises to impress with its luscious texture and decadent flavor. The unique swirls of warmed peanut butter throughout the chocolate base elevate this classic ice cream, making it an ideal choice for anyone looking to satisfy their sweet cravings. Enjoy it in a cone, topped with fresh berries, or as part of an indulgent sundae—this recipe will quickly become your favorite frozen delight.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 6 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Churning
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 4 oz semisweet or dark chocolate, chopped
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- ½ cup creamy peanut butter (warmed)
Instructions
- In a saucepan over medium heat, whisk together milk, sugar, cocoa powder, and salt until the sugar dissolves. Stir in chopped chocolate until melted and smooth. Remove from heat and mix in heavy cream and vanilla. Chill for at least 2–3 hours or overnight.
- Pour the chilled mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to manufacturer instructions (20–25 minutes).
- In a freezer-safe container, layer half of the churned ice cream, drizzle with half of the warmed peanut butter, and gently swirl. Repeat with remaining ice cream and peanut butter.
- Cover and freeze for at least 4 hours until firm. Scoop and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ½ cup (125g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 55mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 70mg