Snickers Ice Cream is ultra-creamy, packed with candy bar chunks, and so easy to make—no ice cream maker needed! A must-try summer dessert.
Peanuts, chocolate and caramel candy flavor the vanilla ice cream base transforming it into a heavenly frozen treat. Snickers Ice Cream will quickly become a family favorite, especially for the candy lovers in your house!
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Snickers Candy Bar Ice Cream
Calling all Snickers lovers! Get ready to fall in love with this creamy, dreamy Snickers Ice Cream! And the best part? No ice cream maker is needed!
This no-churn recipe is incredibly easy, making it the perfect dessert for those hot days when you crave something sweet, cold, creamy and indulgent without all the fuss.
With just a handful of ingredients and a few simple steps, you’ll have a decadent frozen treat bursting with chunks of Snickers bars swirled into a luscious vanilla ice cream base.
Putting the ingredients together to form a homemade ice cream literally takes just minutes. I made this recipe with my grandkids and they couldn’t believe it only took us minutes to make!
The hardest part was waiting for the ice cream to freeze.
The rich caramel, crunchy peanuts, and chocolate deliciousness of the Snickers candy bars are the perfect match for the creamy smooth texture of homemade no-churn ice cream.
Whether you’re making it for a summer BBQ, a movie night, or just because, this recipe is sure to satisfy.
It’s kid-friendly, party-approved, and incredibly customizable to suit your taste and the perfect DIY frozen dessert for summer.
Once you try homemade ice cream, you may never go back to store-bought ice cream again. It’s that good—and yes, it’s that easy!
No-Churn Snickers Ice Cream is the viral summer dessert you didn’t know you needed! With chunks of candy bars and a creamy vanilla base, it’s a no-fail, crowd-pleasing recipe.
So go ahead and make your own creamy Snickers Ice Cream at home with this simple no-churn recipe! It's rich, delicious, and totally beginner-friendly—perfect for ice cream lovers.
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How to make candy bar ice cream
This is a quick overview of how to make this recipe. Scroll down for the full recipe instructions and ingredient amounts in the recipe card below
- Step 1: Beat heavy cream and vanilla until stiff peaks form.
- Step 2: Form into ball shape with your hands
- Step 3: Carefully fold in the candy pieces
- Step 4: Transfer ice cream to a freezer-safe container. Top with additional candy pieces, if desired, and freeze 8 hours to overnight.
Hint: Be sure to carefully fold in the sweetened condensed milk so that you don't deflate the whipped cream.
Expert recipe tips
- Chill your mixing bowl and beaters before whipping the heavy cream. This helps the cream whip faster and to a more stable consistency.
- Make sure the sweetened condensed milk is at room temperature before mixing so it blends smoothly with the whipped cream.
- Use a gentle folding motion when combining the whipped cream and the sweetened condensed milk to keep the mixture from deflating.
- Let the ice cream freeze for at least 6 hours, or overnight for best results.
- If you want to add to the candy bar flavor add a drizzle of caramel sauce for a caramel swirl and stir in some mini chocolate chips too!
Substitutions
- Replace the vanilla extract with almond extract for a nutty twist.
- Use caramel sauce or mini chocolate chips if you're short on Snickers.
- For a dairy-free option, use coconut cream and dairy-free sweetened condensed coconut milk. However, keep in mind that this will change the flavor somewhat.
Variations
- Nutty Delight – Add a handful of chopped peanuts or chopped pecans for extra texture and crunch.
- Double Chocolate Snickers Ice Cream – Mix in mini chocolate chips and a swirl of chocolate fudge sauce.
- Salted Caramel Twist – Drizzle salted caramel sauce throughout the ice cream base when spooning in into your container before freezing.
- Peanut Butter Swirl – Warm some peanut butter slightly and swirl it into the ice cream mixture for added richness and flavor.
- Snickers Chocolate Ice Cream – Make it with chocolate ice cream! Add ½ cup cocoa powder to the sweetened condensed milk before folding into the whipped cream for a Chocolate Snickers Ice Cream!
Equipment
- Hand Mixer or Stand Mixer
- Glass measuring cup
- Measuring spoons
- Spatula
- Loaf pan
Storage
- Store your Snickers ice cream in an airtight container in the freezer for up to one month.
- To prevent freezer burn, press a piece of plastic wrap or parchment paper directly onto the surface of the ice cream before sealing the freezer-safe container.
- Let the ice cream sit at room temperature for 5–10 minutes before scooping for the best texture.
Ingredients
- Heavy Cream – This is the base that gives your ice cream its thick, creamy texture. When whipped, it adds volume and a light, airy feel that give that churned ice cream texture.
- Sweetened Condensed Milk – Provides sweetness and adds to the creamy consistency. It also helps prevent the ice cream from freezing too hard, so it is scoopable straight from the freezer.
- Vanilla Extract – A splash of vanilla enhances the overall flavor, giving the ice cream a classic, rich undertone that complements the Snickers candy pieces.
- Snickers Candy Bars – The star of the show! These chocolate-covered candy bars are chopped and folded into the ice cream, adding bites of caramel, nougat, peanuts, and chocolate in every scoop.
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Snickers Ice Cream Recipe
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Ingredients
- 2 cups (1 pint) heavy whipping cream
- 1 Tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
- 2 cups chopped Snickers bars (16 snack size bars)
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Instructions
- In a mixer, beat the heavy cream and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
- Gradually fold the sweetened condensed milk into the whipped cream until blended.
- Fold in the chopped Snickers candy.
- Transfer to a freezer safe container such as a loaf pan, cover, and freeze 8 hours or overnight.
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