Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 6 slices cooked bacon, chopped
Special equipment needed:
- Ice cream maker
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a medium saucepan, combine the peanut butter, heavy cream, whole milk, sugar, and salt. Heat over medium heat, stirring frequently, until the mixture is smooth and the sugar has dissolved.
2. Remove the mixture from the heat and let it cool to room temperature.
3. Once the mixture has cooled, transfer it to an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions.
4. When the ice cream is almost done churning, add the chopped bacon and continue churning until the bacon is evenly distributed.
5. Transfer the ice cream to a freezer-safe container and freeze for at least 2 hours, or until firm.
- Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
- Cooking time: 10 minutes
- Churning time: 20-30 minutes
- Freezing time: 2 hours
Temperature:
- Heat mixture over medium heat
Serving size:
- Makes about 1 quart of ice cream
- Serving size: 1/2 cup
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 320
- Fat: 24g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Protein: 10g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Creamy peanut butter can be substituted with crunchy peanut butter.
- Heavy cream can be substituted with half-and-half or whole milk.
- Granulated sugar can be substituted with honey or maple syrup.
- Bacon can be substituted with turkey bacon or vegetarian bacon bits.
Variations:
- Add chocolate chips or chopped peanuts for extra texture.
- Use almond butter or cashew butter instead of peanut butter.
- Add a swirl of caramel or fudge sauce to the ice cream.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure the mixture is completely cool before churning to prevent the ice cream from becoming grainy.
- For a smoother texture, strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve before churning.
- Freeze the ice cream in a shallow container to speed up the freezing process.
Storage instructions:
- Store the ice cream in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 1 month.
Reheating instructions:
- Allow the ice cream to soften at room temperature for a few minutes before serving.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve the ice cream in a waffle cone or bowl.
- Top with additional chopped bacon or peanuts.
Garnishes:
- Chopped bacon or peanuts
- Caramel or fudge sauce
Pairings:
- Serve with a glass of cold milk or a cup of hot coffee.
Suggested side dishes:
- Chocolate chip cookies
- Brownies
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the ice cream is too hard, let it sit at room temperature for a few minutes to soften before scooping.
- If the ice cream is too soft, freeze it for an additional hour.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to cook the bacon thoroughly before adding it to the ice cream.
- Store the ice cream in the freezer at or below 0°F (-18°C) to prevent bacterial growth.
Food history:
- Peanut butter ice cream has been around since at least the 1930s, but the addition of bacon is a more recent trend.
Flavor profiles:
- Sweet, salty, and savory
Serving suggestions:
- Serve as a dessert or a fun snack.
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