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Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Ice Cream

A rich and creamy ice cream filled with delicious chunks of cookie dough, perfect for warm days or cozy nights.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 8 cups
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 cup mini chocolate chips
  • ½ cup unsalted butter softened
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract for dough
  • 1 tablespoon milk for dough

Equipment

  • Ice cream maker
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Rubber spatula
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Freezer-safe container

Method
 

  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, whole milk, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until the sugar dissolves.
  2. Cover the bowl and refrigerate the mixture for at least 2 hours or overnight if possible.
  3. In a separate bowl, beat together the softened butter and brown sugar until creamy.
  4. Mix in the all-purpose flour and salt until just combined.
  5. Stir in the mini chocolate chips along with the vanilla extract and milk.
  6. Pour the chilled ice cream base into your ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
  7. Once the ice cream is thick and creamy, gently fold in pieces of the cookie dough.
  8. Transfer the ice cream to a freezer-safe container and freeze for at least 4 hours or until firm.

Notes

For a softer ice cream, let it sit at room temperature for 10 minutes before scooping.