Butterfinger Ice Cream Recipe

Indulge in the creamy, crunchy bliss of homemade Butterfinger Ice Cream! This recipe recreates the beloved store-bought treat with a homemade twist, delivering an intensely satisfying dessert experience you won't forget. Skip the store and make this easy, delicious ice cream today!

Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 10 mins

Calories 1151.3 kcal

Protein 56g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Butterfinger Ice Cream

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How to Make Butterfinger Ice Cream

Crush 1 cup of Butterfinger candy bars into small pieces using a food processor or by hand. Set aside.
In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 cup heavy cream, 1/2 cup whole milk, 3/4 cup granulated sugar, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until the sugar is dissolved.
In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 large egg yolks until light and frothy.
Temper the egg yolks by slowly whisking in 1/2 cup of the warm cream mixture. This prevents the yolks from scrambling.
Pour the tempered egg yolk mixture into the remaining cream mixture and whisk until combined.
Cook the custard over medium heat, stirring constantly, until it thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon (about 5-7 minutes). Do not boil.
Remove from heat and stir in the crushed Butterfinger pieces.
Strain the custard through a fine-mesh sieve to remove any lumps.
Cover the custard and chill completely in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight.
Once chilled, churn the custard in an ice cream maker according to the manufacturer's instructions. This usually takes 20-30 minutes.
Transfer the churned ice cream to an airtight container and freeze for at least 2-3 hours to harden further.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

20 g

Sugar

379g

Fat

180g

Carbs

35g

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15 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Preparation 5 Ingredients Or Less Desserts Easy Frozen Desserts Dietary Low Sodium Low In Something Equipment Small Appliance

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Butterfinger Ice Cream?

Butterfinger Ice Cream takes about 30 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 10 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Butterfinger Ice Cream?

Butterfinger Ice Cream has approximately 1151.3 calories per serving, with about 56 g protein, 35 g carbohydrates and 109 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Butterfinger Ice Cream?

The key ingredients for Butterfinger Ice Cream are Sweetened Condensed Milk, Smooth Peanut Butter, Whole Milk, Heavy Whipping Cream, Butterfinger Candy Bars. See the full list with measurements above.