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Delicious cookie dough chunks ice cream in a bowl

Cookie Dough Chunks Ice Cream

A creamy ice cream loaded with delicious cookie dough chunks, perfect for satisfying sweet cravings on warm days.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Total Time 4 hours
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 8 servings
Calories 380 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the cookie dough

  • 1/2 cup salted butter, softened
  • 1/4 cup white sugar
  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour, heat-treated and cooled
  • 3/4 cup mini chocolate chips

For the ice cream base

  • 1 can sweetened condensed milk (14 oz)
  • 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup half-and-half
  • 1 1/2 cups heavy cream

Instructions
 

Prepare the Cookie Dough

  • In a medium bowl, mix the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth and creamy.
  • Add the heavy cream, vanilla, and salt, then stir until fully combined. Mix in the flour, then fold in the mini chocolate chips.
  • Scoop the dough into small teaspoon-sized pieces onto a parchment-lined tray, then refrigerate for about 20 minutes, or until firm.

Make the Ice Cream Base

  • In another bowl, whisk together the sweetened condensed milk, vanilla, and half-and-half until smooth.
  • In a separate bowl, beat the heavy cream with a hand mixer or stand mixer until stiff peaks form, about 1 to 1 1/2 minutes.
  • Gently fold the condensed milk mixture into the whipped cream until you have a smooth ice cream base.

Combine and Freeze

  • Once the dough pieces are chilled, carefully fold them into the ice cream mixture.
  • Transfer everything to an 8 x 8-inch pan or a similarly sized freezer-safe container, spreading it out evenly.
  • Freeze uncovered for 3 to 5 hours, or leave it overnight, until firm enough to scoop.
  • Cover any remaining ice cream well and keep it in the freezer for up to 3 weeks.

Notes

For optimal flavor, use high-quality ingredients. Adjust flavors as desired and consider having a toppings bar for serving.
Keyword Cookie Dough, Dessert, Homemade, Ice Cream