Here’s a mouthwatering recipe for Peanut Butter Swirl Ice Cream that combines sweet and salty in every creamy bite:
Peanut Butter Swirl Ice Cream Recipe
Servings: 6–8
Time: 4–6 hours (including chilling time)
Ingredients
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup peanut butter (smooth or crunchy)
- 3/4 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1/4 cup sugar (optional, adjust to sweetness preference)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt (optional, to enhance the peanut butter flavor)
For the Swirl
- 1/3 cup peanut butter (smooth)
- 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup (for added sweetness and smooth texture)
Instructions
- Prepare the Ice Cream Base
In a saucepan, combine the whole milk and heavy cream. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the mixture is warm but not boiling. Add the sweetened condensed milk and sugar (if using), and stir until dissolved. - Add Peanut Butter
Whisk in 1/2 cup of peanut butter until smooth and fully incorporated. Add a pinch of salt to enhance the peanut butter flavor if desired, then stir in vanilla extract. Remove from heat and let the mixture cool to room temperature. - Chill the Mixture
Transfer the mixture to the fridge and chill for at least 4–6 hours or overnight. This helps the ice cream churn to a smoother texture. - Make the Peanut Butter Swirl
In a separate small bowl, microwave the remaining 1/3 cup peanut butter with honey or maple syrup for 20-30 seconds until it’s slightly warmed and easy to drizzle. Stir to combine. - Churn the Ice Cream
Once the base is chilled, pour it into your ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions. - Swirl in the Peanut Butter
When the ice cream reaches a thick, creamy consistency, transfer it to a container. Drizzle the warm peanut butter mixture over the ice cream and gently swirl it in using a spoon or knife. You can add extra peanut butter chunks for more texture if you like. - Freeze to Set
Freeze the ice cream for at least 4 hours or until fully set. - Serve
Let sit at room temperature for a few minutes before scooping. Enjoy the sweet and salty goodness of this creamy peanut butter treat!
This ice cream is the perfect balance of creamy, salty, and sweet with that rich peanut butter flavor. Would you like some fun ideas for toppings or mix-ins?
