🍦 Homemade Moose Tracks Ice Cream 🍫🥜
Indulge in this creamy, chocolatey, and peanut buttery masterpiece—a homemade take on the beloved Moose Tracks Ice Cream! With chunks of peanut butter cups and swirls of chocolate, it’s a dessert that will have everyone asking for seconds. Perfect for ice cream lovers and sure to impress your friends and family! 🍨✨
Ingredients 🛒
- 1 gallon half-and-half 🥛
- 1 ½ cups sugar 🍬
- ½ cup light corn syrup 🌽
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract 🍦
- ½ tsp salt 🧂
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips 🍫
- 1 cup peanut butter cups (chopped) 🥜
Instructions 📝
1. Prepare the Ice Cream Base
- 🥣 In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the half-and-half, sugar, corn syrup, vanilla extract, and salt until the sugar completely dissolves.
2. Churn the Ice Cream
- 🌀 Pour the prepared base into an ice cream maker.
- Churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions (typically 25-30 minutes) until the mixture reaches a soft-serve consistency.
3. Add the Mix-Ins
- 🍫 When the ice cream is almost ready, add the chocolate chips and chopped peanut butter cups.
- Let the ice cream maker churn for an additional 2-3 minutes to distribute the mix-ins evenly.
4. Final Freeze
- 🧊 Transfer the churned ice cream to an airtight container.
- Freeze for at least 4 hours to allow it to firm up.
5. Serve & Enjoy
- 🍧 Scoop into bowls or cones and savor the perfect combination of creamy vanilla, rich chocolate, and delightful peanut butter chunks!
⏰ Timing & Serving
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Churn Time: 25-30 minutes
- Freeze Time: 4 hours
- Yield: ~1 gallon of delicious ice cream 🍨
💡 Tips for the Perfect Moose Tracks Ice Cream
- Boost the Chocolate: Drizzle in melted chocolate during the last 2 minutes of churning for a fudge ribbon effect. 🍫
- Custom Mix-Ins: Swap peanut butter cups for caramel bits, pretzels, or your favorite candy for a unique twist. 🎉
- Storage: Store in a freezer-safe container with a tight lid to prevent freezer burn. ❄️
🌟 Why You’ll Love It
This Homemade Moose Tracks Ice Cream is:
- Creamy and indulgent 🍦
- Packed with chocolate and peanut butter bliss 🍫🥜
- Easy to make, no professional skills needed! 🧑🍳
- A family-favorite dessert that’s perfect for any occasion.
Enjoy every bite of this heavenly homemade treat—it’s sure to become a go-to favorite! 🍦💖
