Cookie Dough Snickers & Reese’s Ice Cream

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Delicious cookie dough ice cream with Snickers and Reese's toppings
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Cookie Dough Snickers & Reese’s Ice Cream

Introduction

If you love ice cream and cookie dough treats, this Cookie Dough Snickers & Reese’s Ice Cream is a dream come true! It combines creamy ice cream with chunks of Snickers bars, Reese’s peanut butter cups, and delicious cookie dough. This delightful dessert is perfect for warm days or as a sweet treat any time of the year.

Why Make This Recipe

There are plenty of reasons to whip up this ice cream! First, it’s incredibly fun and easy to make at home. You can share it with family and friends, or simply enjoy it on your own. Plus, the combination of flavors—creamy peanut butter, rich chocolate, and sweet cookie dough—will make your taste buds dance. Lastly, homemade ice cream is a lot fresher than store-bought, and you can customize it to your liking!

How to Make Cookie Dough Snickers & Reese’s Ice Cream

Making this ice cream is simple and enjoyable. Just follow the steps below!

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (heat-treated)
  • 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 cup sweetened condensed milk
  • 1/2 cup peanut butter
  • 1/4 cup chocolate syrup
  • 4 Snickers bars (chopped)
  • 4 Reese’s peanut butter cups (chopped)

Directions:

  1. Make the Cookie Dough: In a bowl, beat together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until creamy. Add the vanilla extract and salt. Gradually mix in the heat-treated flour until fully combined. Fold in the mini chocolate chips. Chill the dough in the fridge for 30 minutes, then form small dough balls.
  2. Prepare the Ice Cream: In a large bowl, whisk together the heavy cream and sweetened condensed milk until thickened. Stir in the peanut butter and chocolate syrup until smooth.
  3. Assemble the Ice Cream: Layer half of the ice cream mixture into a loaf pan. Sprinkle half of the chopped Snickers and Reese’s pieces, then add half of the cookie dough balls. Repeat with the remaining ice cream, Snickers, Reese’s, and cookie dough.
  4. Freeze: Cover the loaf pan and freeze the ice cream for 4-6 hours, or until firm.
  5. Serve and Enjoy: Scoop out this delicious combo of cookie dough, Snickers, Reese’s, and creamy ice cream.

How to Serve Cookie Dough Snickers & Reese’s Ice Cream

This ice cream is best served in bowls or cones. You can add a drizzle of chocolate syrup on top for extra sweetness, and even sprinkle more chopped Snickers or Reese’s for decoration. It’s also great when paired with warm desserts like brownies or brownies.

How to Store Cookie Dough Snickers & Reese’s Ice Cream

To store this ice cream, keep it in an airtight container in the freezer. It will stay fresh for about 1-2 weeks. Make sure to cover the surface with plastic wrap before sealing the container to prevent ice crystals from forming.

Tips to Make Cookie Dough Snickers & Reese’s Ice Cream

  • Heat-Treating Flour: It’s important to heat-treat the flour for the cookie dough to kill any bacteria. To do this, spread it on a baking sheet and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 5-7 minutes.
  • Softening Butter: For easier mixing, make sure your butter is really softened. Leave it out at room temperature for about an hour.
  • Mix-In Choices: Feel free to switch out the Snickers and Reese’s for any of your favorite candies!

Variation

For a fun twist, try adding some crushed Oreos or your favorite nuts into the ice cream mix. You can also play around with different flavors of ice cream base, such as chocolate or vanilla.

FAQs

  1. Can I use store-bought cookie dough?
    Yes, you can substitute store-bought cookie dough if you want to save time. Just be sure to avoid raw cookie dough that isn’t meant for baking.

  2. How can I make this recipe dairy-free?
    You can use dairy-free butter and a non-dairy cream substitute for a full dairy-free version. Just check the labels to ensure they fit your dietary needs.

  3. Is it safe to eat raw cookie dough?
    Regular cookie dough contains raw flour, which can have bacteria. By heat-treating the flour, this recipe makes it safer to eat raw cookie dough.

Enjoy making and sharing your Cookie Dough Snickers & Reese’s Ice Cream—it’s sure to be a hit!

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Cookie Dough Snickers & Reese’s Ice Cream

  • Author: krmibk110
  • Total Time: 360 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian
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Description

A delightful dessert that combines creamy ice cream with chunks of Snickers bars, Reese’s peanut butter cups, and delicious cookie dough.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (heat-treated)
  • 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 cup sweetened condensed milk
  • 1/2 cup peanut butter
  • 1/4 cup chocolate syrup
  • 4 Snickers bars (chopped)
  • 4 Reese’s peanut butter cups (chopped)

Instructions

  1. Make the Cookie Dough: In a bowl, beat together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until creamy. Add the vanilla extract and salt. Gradually mix in the heat-treated flour until fully combined. Fold in the mini chocolate chips. Chill the dough in the fridge for 30 minutes, then form small dough balls.
  2. Prepare the Ice Cream: In a large bowl, whisk together the heavy cream and sweetened condensed milk until thickened. Stir in the peanut butter and chocolate syrup until smooth.
  3. Assemble the Ice Cream: Layer half of the ice cream mixture into a loaf pan. Sprinkle half of the chopped Snickers and Reese’s pieces, then add half of the cookie dough balls. Repeat with the remaining ice cream, Snickers, Reese’s, and cookie dough.
  4. Freeze: Cover the loaf pan and freeze the ice cream for 4-6 hours, or until firm.
  5. Serve and Enjoy: Scoop out this delicious combo of cookie dough, Snickers, Reese’s, and creamy ice cream.

Notes

For a fun twist, try adding some crushed Oreos or your favorite nuts. This ice cream is also great paired with warm desserts like brownies.

  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Freezing
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 35g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 25g
  • Saturated Fat: 15g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 50g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg

Keywords: ice cream, cookie dough, dessert, Snickers, Reese's

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