This creamy and indulgent Ninja Creami Butterfinger ice cream is the ultimate dessert for candy bar lovers! Packed with rich peanut butter, chocolate, and Butterfinger crunch, it’s incredibly easy to whip up. Perfect for satisfying late-night cravings or serving at your next gathering.
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If you love peanut butter ice cream, chocolate, cookie monster and a crunchy twist, this recipe is a total win. Butterfingers bring a nostalgic touch with their flaky, peanut-buttery magic.
My go-to vanilla base and cookie butter ice cream recipes inspired this sweet creation. It’s also a cousin to my gooey s'mores ice cream—talk about dessert royalty! With Butterfingers as the star, this recipe takes indulgence to the next level.
Jump to:
- Why You'll Love This Recipe?
- What is Butterfinger?
- Ingredients
- Substitution and Additions
- How To Make Butterfinger Ice Cream?
- Mix-in or Topping Suggestion
- 💪🏼Make It High Protein
- 👍🏼Make It Less Sugar
- Variations
- Equipment Used
- Expert Tips
- Recipe FAQs
- More Sweet Things
- Recipe Card
- Ninja Creami Butterfinger Ice Cream Recipe
Why You'll Love This Recipe?
- Candy-packed goodness: Every bite is filled with Butterfinger crunch and peanut-buttery flavor.
- Easy to make: With the Ninja Creami, creating this dessert is a breeze.
- Customizable: Add mix-ins or adjust sweetness to fit your cravings.
- Perfect texture: Creamy, smooth, and satisfyingly crunchy all in one.
What is Butterfinger?
Butterfinger is an iconic candy bar loved for its crispy, flaky layers of peanut butter and chocolate coating. Its bold flavors and unique texture make it a favorite for mix-ins and desserts.
This candy’s texture is unmatched, with a mix of crunch and melt-in-your-mouth flakes. It's the ultimate treat for peanut butter lovers who want a sweet, crunchy twist.
Ingredients
Here's what you'll need:
- Half and half: Creates a rich and creamy base.
- Condensed milk: Sweetens and thickens the mixture.
- PB2 peanut butter powder: Adds a peanut butter flavor without extra fat.
- Vanilla extract: Enhances all the sweet, nutty notes.
- Butterfinger: The crunchy highlight of this ice cream.
See recipe card for quantities.
Substitution and Additions
- Use whole milk or heavy cream instead of half and half for different richness levels.
- Replace PB2 with regular peanut butter for a creamier texture.
- Swap Butterfinger for Reese’s or Snickers to switch up the flavors.
How To Make Butterfinger Ice Cream?
- Mix the base: Combine half and half, condensed milk, PB2, and vanilla in a blender. Blend until smooth.
- Pour into pint container: Add the mixture to your Ninja Creami pint container and freeze for 24 hours.
- Process: Use the Ninja Creami’s "Ice Cream" function to churn the frozen base.
- Add Butterfinger pieces: After processing, create a well in the ice cream and add chopped Butterfingers. Process again on the "Mix-In" function.
- Serve: Scoop, top with extra Butterfinger if desired, and enjoy!
Mix-in or Topping Suggestion
- Chopped peanuts: Adds extra crunch.
- Chocolate chips: For a rich, chocolatey bite.
- Crushed Oreos: Perfect for a cookies-and-cream twist.
- Caramel drizzle: A sweet and gooey addition.
- Whipped cream: For a light and creamy topping.
💪🏼Make It High Protein
- Add a scoop of unflavored or vanilla protein powder.
- Swap PB2 for a high-protein peanut butter powder.
- Mix in crushed protein bars instead of Butterfingers.
👍🏼Make It Less Sugar
- Use sugar-free condensed milk.
- Swap regular Butterfingers for a low-sugar version.
- Replace half and half with unsweetened almond milk. (texture will be different)
Variations
- Butterfinger Banana Ice Cream: Add a ripe banana to the base.
- Chocolate Butterfinger: Blend in cocoa powder with the base ingredients.
- Peanut Butter Explosion: Add chunks of peanut butter cups.
- Butterfinger Cheesecake: Mix in cream cheese for a tangy twist.
Equipment Used
- Ninja CREAMi Deluxe 11-in-1 Ice Cream & Frozen Treat Maker: The star of the show, perfect for creating creamy, smooth ice cream.
- Blender: Makes mixing ingredients effortless.
- Ninja Creami Pint Container: The pint container is essential for freezing and churning your ice cream mix.
Expert Tips
- Chill your ingredients before blending for a smoother texture.
- Don’t overfill the pint container to avoid spills.
- Add mix-ins after the first churn for best texture.
Recipe FAQs
Butterfinger is a blend of sweet peanut butter and rich chocolate.
They’re sweet, crunchy, and nutty with a melt-in-your-mouth chocolate coating.
It’s a flaky, crispy peanut butter layer that’s perfectly sweetened.
The flakes are thin layers of peanut butter and sugar, creating their signature crunch.
More Sweet Things
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Recipe Card
Ninja Creami Butterfinger Ice Cream Recipe
Equipment
- 1 Blender
- 1 Ninja CREAMi Deluxe 11-in-1 Ice Cream & Frozen Treat Maker
- 1 Ninja CREAMi Deluxe 11-in-1 Ice Cream & Frozen Treat Maker
Ingredients
- 1¾ cup half and half
- ½ cup sweetened condensed milk
- ¼ cup PB2 powdered peanut butter
- ½ cup cream cheese
- 2 teaspoon vanilla
- 8 bit-sized butterfinger chopped coursely
Instructions
- Mix the base: Combine half and half, condensed milk, PB2, and vanilla in a blender. Blend until smooth.
- Pour into pint container: Add the mixture to your Ninja Creami pint container and freeze for 24 hours.
- Process: Use the Ninja Creami’s "Lite Ice Cream" or "Ice Cream" function to churn the frozen base.
- Add Butterfinger pieces: After processing, create a well in the ice cream and add chopped Butterfingers. Process again on the "Mix-In" function.
- Serve: Scoop, top with extra Butterfinger if desired, and enjoy!
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Notes
- Don’t overfill the pint container to avoid spills.
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