Description

This Nutella-Swirled Vanilla Ice Cream with Reese’s-Style Chunks recipe combines creamy vanilla ice cream with rich Nutella swirls and homemade peanut butter and graham cracker chunks for a deliciously indulgent frozen treat. Perfect for peanut butter lovers, this no-cook recipe adds texture and flavor with easy-to-make peanut butter bites that are swirled and mixed into softened vanilla ice cream.

Ingredients

Scale

Ice Cream Base

1 quart good quality vanilla ice cream

Peanut Butter Graham Cracker Chunks

1/4 cup butter, melted (half stick)
1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon graham cracker crumbs
1/3 cup powdered sugar
1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon peanut butter

Nutella Swirl

1/3 cup Nutella

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Instructions

Soften the ice cream: Set out the vanilla ice cream for about 20-30 minutes until it softens enough to scoop easily into a mixing bowl.
Prepare peanut butter chunks: In a separate bowl or using a stand mixer, combine the melted butter, graham cracker crumbs, powdered sugar, and peanut butter. Beat them together until smooth. Refrigerate the mixture for 10-15 minutes so it firms up slightly and is easier to shape.
Shape peanut butter bites: Use a 1/4 teaspoon or small spoon to form bite-sized chunks from the peanut butter mixture. Place them either directly onto the softened ice cream or line them up on a wax-paper-lined sheet pan. Chill or freeze these chunks so they hold their shape.
Combine ice cream and mix-ins: Add the peanut butter bites to the softened ice cream along with small dollops of Nutella (1/3 cup). Use a spoon or knife to gently swirl the Nutella into the ice cream without fully mixing, creating beautiful swirls.
Freeze to set: Transfer the swirled and chunk-studded ice cream into a Tupperware or ice cream container. Freeze for at least a couple of hours until the ice cream is completely firm and ready to enjoy.

Notes

Allow the ice cream to soften adequately but not melt completely for easier mixing.
You can adjust the amount of peanut butter chunks according to taste; some can be reserved as a snack.
The Nutella swirl should be folded gently to maintain distinct swirls and visual appeal.
Use good quality vanilla ice cream for the best flavor and texture.
Store leftover ice cream in an airtight container to prevent ice crystals.