Homemade Chocolate Butterfinger Ice Cream
Indulge in the ultimate homemade treat with this rich and creamy Chocolate Butterfinger Ice Cream, a must-try for candy and chocolate lovers alike. This decadent dessert starts with a smooth chocolate base made from heavy cream, whole milk, bittersweet chocolate, and unsweetened cocoa powder for an intensely chocolaty flavor. The mixture is then chilled, churned to perfection, and studded with crunchy, caramelized pieces of chopped Butterfinger candy bars, adding an irresistible contrast in texture and a playful candy twist. Perfect for family gatherings or a sweet weekend indulgence, this easy-to-make frozen delight will quickly become a summer favorite. Ready in just 15 minutes of prep time and packed with creamy, chocolatey richness, this recipe is guaranteed to satisfy any sweet tooth.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Heavy cream
- 1 cup Whole milk
- 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
- 0.25 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 4 ounces Bittersweet chocolate
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.125 teaspoon Salt
- 1 cup Butterfinger candy bars (chopped)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the heavy cream, whole milk, granulated sugar, unsweetened cocoa powder, and salt.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and whisk the mixture continuously until the sugar dissolves and the cocoa powder is fully incorporated. Do not let it boil.
Remove the pan from heat and stir in the bittersweet chocolate until it melts and becomes smooth.
Let the mixture cool slightly, then stir in the vanilla extract.
Transfer the mixture to a bowl, cover it with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until completely chilled.
Once chilled, pour the mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions. This typically takes about 20-25 minutes.
Just before the ice cream finishes churning, add the chopped Butterfinger candy bars and let them mix in evenly.
Transfer the churned ice cream to an airtight container and freeze for at least 2 hours to firm up before serving.
Scoop, serve, and enjoy your homemade chocolate Butterfinger ice cream!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4111 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 253.7 g | 325% | |
| Saturated Fat | 152.3 g | 762% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 509 mg | 170% | |
| Sodium | 1294 mg | 56% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 412.0 g | 150% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 29.4 g | 105% | |
| Total Sugars | 302.9 g | ||
| Protein | 33.9 g | 68% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.7 mcg | 13% | |
| Calcium | 455 mg | 35% | |
| Iron | 24.7 mg | 137% | |
| Potassium | 2253 mg | 48% | |
*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.
