How do I make cookie dough ice cream?

Ice cream and cookie dough? It's a match made in dessert heaven! Learn how to whip up a batch of homemade cookie dough ice cream that will satisfy all your frozen treat cravings. Embrace the sweet harmony of creamy goodness and chunks of cookie dough!

You'll need

Items needed to answer the question, how do I make cookie dough ice cream. Items include: Butter Granulated Sugar Brown Sugar Milk All-Purpose Flour Mini Chocolate Chips Heavy Cream Whole Milk Vanilla Extract Salt

Butter 1/2 cup
Granulated Sugar 1/2 cup
Brown Sugar 1/2 cup
Milk 2 tablespoons
All-Purpose Flour 1 cup
Mini Chocolate Chips 1/2 cup
Heavy Cream 2 cups
Whole Milk 1 cup
Vanilla Extract 1 teaspoon
Salt Pinch

Take note
Handle raw eggs with caution to avoid foodborne illnesses. It's also important to use an ice cream maker for the best results.

1

In a mixing bowl, combine 1/2 cup softened butter, 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 1/2 cup packed brown sugar, and 2 tablespoons milk. Stir until creamy and smooth. Gradually add 1 cup all-purpose flour and mix well. Finally, stir in 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips. Roll the dough into small balls (about 1/2 inch in diameter) and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Put the sheet in the freezer for at least 1 hour.

2

Prepare the Ice Cream Base

In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 cups heavy cream, 1 cup whole milk, 3/4 cup granulated sugar, and a pinch of salt until the sugar has dissolved. Add 1 teaspoon vanilla extract for a lovely flavor. Mix well, cover the bowl, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours (or overnight for the best flavor).

3

Churn the Ice Cream

Pour the chilled ice cream base into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions. It usually takes about 20-25 minutes to reach a soft-serve consistency. During the last 5 minutes of churning, add the frozen cookie dough balls you prepared earlier into the ice cream. Let the machine continue churning until the dough is evenly distributed.

4

Freeze and Enjoy

Transfer the freshly churned ice cream into a lidded container. Press a piece of parchment paper directly against the surface of the ice cream to prevent ice crystals from forming. Put the lid on and freeze the ice cream for at least 4 hours or until firm. Once it's fully frozen, scoop your homemade cookie dough ice cream into bowls or cones, and savor the creamy delight!