Description
Craving something indulgent? Homemade Moose Tracks Ice Cream is the perfect combination of creamy vanilla ice cream, chocolate chips, and peanut butter cups. This easy, no-fuss recipe delivers an irresistible treat that will become your new favorite dessert. Whether youโre cooling off in the summer or satisfying your sweet tooth year-round, this homemade ice cream recipe is sure to impress!
Ingredients
- 1 gallon half-and-half
- 1 ยฝ cups sugar
- ยฝ cup light corn syrup
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- ยฝ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup peanut butter cups, chopped
Instructions
- Prepare the Ice Cream Base: In a large bowl, whisk together half-and-half, sugar, corn syrup, vanilla extract, and salt until the sugar is fully dissolved.
- Churn the Ice Cream: Pour the mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturerโs instructions.
- Add the Mix-Ins: When the ice cream is nearly frozen, add the semisweet chocolate chips and chopped peanut butter cups.
- Final Churn: Continue churning until the ice cream is completely frozen and the mix-ins are evenly distributed.
- Freeze: Transfer the ice cream to an airtight container and freeze for at least 4 hours to firm up.
- Serve and Enjoy: Scoop into bowls or cones and enjoy the creamy, chocolatey, peanut buttery goodness!
Notes
- Storage: Store your ice cream in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 2 weeks. Cover with plastic wrap to prevent ice crystals.
- For Creamier Ice Cream: Swap the half-and-half for heavy cream for a richer texture.
- No Ice Cream Maker? You can freeze the mixture in a shallow dish and stir every 30 minutes until it reaches the desired consistency.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Freezing Time: 4 hours
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Ice Cream
- Method: Churning
- Cuisine: American
