1927 Eskimo Cup
Indulge in a timeless frozen treat with the "1927 Eskimo Cup," a nostalgic dessert that combines creamy vanilla ice cream, rich homemade chocolate sauce, and a crunchy peanut topping. This recipe captures the perfect balance of warm and cold textures, with silky melted dark chocolate draped over the chilled ice cream and accented by roasted peanuts for a delightful crunch. With just a handful of pantry staples like heavy cream, sugar, and vanilla, this dessert comes together effortlessly in under 15 minutes. Add a wafer cookie for an optional touch of elegance and texture. Whether served immediately for a decadent warm-and-cold experience or chilled for a satisfying snap, this 1927-inspired creation is a crowd-pleasing classic perfect for any occasion.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups vanilla ice cream
- 4 oz dark chocolate
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup chopped roasted peanuts
- 6 pieces wafer cookies (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Scoop the vanilla ice cream evenly into six small serving cups or bowls, filling each about halfway. Place the cups in the freezer to keep the ice cream firm while you prepare the topping.
In a medium saucepan set over low heat, combine the dark chocolate, heavy cream, and granulated sugar. Stir continuously until the chocolate is fully melted and the mixture is smooth, about 3-5 minutes.
Remove the chocolate mixture from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
Take the cups with ice cream out of the freezer. Spoon the warm chocolate sauce evenly over the top of the ice cream in each cup.
While the chocolate sauce is still warm and slightly tacky, sprinkle the chopped roasted peanuts generously over the top of each cup. Lightly press down on the nuts to ensure they adhere to the chocolate sauce.
If desired, insert a wafer cookie into each cup as a decorative garnish.
Serve immediately for a warm-cold contrast, or freeze for 10-15 minutes to allow the chocolate topping to harden for a satisfying crunch.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4105 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 270.7 g | 347% | |
| Saturated Fat | 121.7 g | 608% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 414 mg | 138% | |
| Sodium | 719 mg | 31% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 341.9 g | 124% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.3 g | 83% | |
| Total Sugars | 239.1 g | ||
| Protein | 69.3 g | 139% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 682 mg | 52% | |
| Iron | 19.4 mg | 108% | |
| Potassium | 2806 mg | 60% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
