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Salted Caramel Peanut Butter Ice Cream

Salted Caramel Peanut Butter Ice Cream
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Indulge in the perfect balance of sweet and salty with this decadent Salted Caramel Peanut Butter Ice Cream. This creamy, smooth frozen dessert combines rich peanut butter and buttery salted caramel for a luscious treat that melts on your tongue. Easy to customize with dairy-free, nut-free, or spiced variations, it’s ideal for any occasion and made from simple pantry staples.

Ingredients

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Ice Cream Base Ingredients

  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 3/4 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3 egg yolks (optional, for custard-style base)

Salted Caramel Sauce

  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt (adjust to taste)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Caramel Sauce: Roast sugar in a saucepan over medium heat until it melts and turns golden brown. Carefully add butter and heavy cream to the melted sugar, stirring continuously to create a smooth, rich caramel sauce. Stir in sea salt to taste and set aside to cool.
  2. Mix the Peanut Butter Base: In a bowl, whisk together creamy peanut butter, heavy cream, whole milk, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and fully combined. For a custard-style recipe, temper the egg yolks by slowly adding the warm milk mixture, then cook gently over low heat until thickened.
  3. Chill the Mixture: Cover the peanut butter ice cream base and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight. Proper chilling ensures a creamy texture and helps flavors meld.
  4. Churn the Ice Cream: Pour the chilled base into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions until it reaches a soft-serve consistency. During the last few minutes, slowly add dollops of the cooled salted caramel sauce to create caramel ribbons.
  5. Freeze and Serve: Transfer the churned ice cream to a container, layering with extra caramel sauce if desired. Freeze for several hours until firm. Scoop generously and enjoy!

Notes

  • Use natural, unsweetened peanut butter for optimal flavor without additives.
  • Properly chilling the ice cream base is essential for a smoother texture.
  • Prepare salted caramel sauce in advance to cool completely before adding to the ice cream.
  • Start with a small amount of salt in the caramel and adjust according to taste.
  • Using an ice cream maker ensures the best creamy texture by incorporating air and preventing ice crystals.

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Keywords: salted caramel, peanut butter, ice cream, homemade ice cream, dessert, creamy, sweet and salty

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