This Brownie Ice Cream with Caramel is one of my favorite desserts to make and eat! It’s rich, refreshing, and perfect for enjoying on a hot summer day or any time you're in the mood for something sweet. Brownie and ice cream are a match made in heaven, and this recipe swirls both together for the ultimate treat.
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The rich and fudgy chunks of brownie and gooey caramel sauce add a touch of indulgence to chocolate ice cream in this easy recipe. You get a little taste of everything for an absolutely amazing dessert experience!
If you like easy ice cream recipes, you will love Birthday Cake Ice Cream, Pumpkin Ice Cream, Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup Ice Cream, Banana Split Ice Cream, Chocolate Crunch Ice Cream, Banana Boat Ice Cream,Dr. Pepper Ice Cream Float and Strawberry Crunch Ice Cream.
Why You Will Love This Brownie and Ice Cream Recipe
- Only 5 ingredients: With 5 basic ingredients, you can make a simple, yet indulgent homemade ice cream.
- No-churn recipe: This brownie chocolate ice cream is an easy no-churn recipe that you can make with an electric mixer.
- Kid-approved: This chocolate and caramel dessert is loved by adults and kids alike!
Ingredients
Here is everything you need to make the best brownie and caramel ice cream at home! These ingredients are inexpensive and easy to find at any store, so you won’t have to worry about extra cost or stopping somewhere new.
- Heavy cream: The heavy whipping cream gives the ice cream a perfectly creamy texture.
- Cocoa powder: I add cocoa powder to the ice cream base to reinforce the chocolate flavor without making it overly sweet.
- Sweetened condensed milk: This adds richness and sweetness, and gives you the right ice cream consistency after it freezes.
- Brownie pieces: You may use store-bought brownies or make them yourself. Try this brownie recipe or use your favorite!
- Caramel sauce: Any variety of caramel sauce would be perfect here. You could also try using a salted caramel sauce.
See the recipe card below for exact ingredient amounts, nutritional information, and detailed instructions.
Variations
- Fudge brownie ice cream: Add swirls of fudge to this recipe to create a yummy chocolate brownie fudge ice cream.
- Cosmic brownie ice cream: Before you freeze it, top the ice cream with rainbow candy-coated chocolate chips just like the nostalgic cosmic brownies!
- Strawberry, brownies and ice cream: Fold in chopped strawberries for a fruity version.
How to Make Chocolate Brownie Ice Cream
Once all of the ingredients are combined, you will have to wait for it to firm up in the freezer before you can give it a taste test. I promise it’s worth the wait!
Step 1: Beat the cream and cocoa powder. Pour the heavy cream and cocoa powder into a large mixing bowl. Beat the cream with an electric hand mixer until the cocoa powder is well mixed and stiff peaks form. This usually takes about 5 minutes at medium-high speed.
Step 2: Add the remaining ingredients. Add the sweetened condensed milk, brownie pieces, and caramel to the bowl. Gently fold these ingredients into the whipped cream until the condensed milk is fully combined.
Step 3: Transfer and freeze. Pour the ice cream mixture into your 9x5-inch loaf pan and spread the top so it’s even. Cover it tightly with plastic wrap and place it in the freezer for 6 hours or until the ice cream is firm.
Step 4: Serve. Enjoy a heaping scoop of brownie and caramel ice cream in a bowl or cone!
⭐ Hint: If you make homemade brownies, ensure they are completely cooled before you add them to the ice cream. This way, they don’t warm the other ingredients and change the texture of the ice cream.
If you love recipes like this, you may also enjoy this Decadent Caramel Brownie Trifle, Almond Joy Ice Cream or this delicious Red Velvet Ice Cream!
Serving Suggestions
- Enjoy a scoop of this ice cream with a slice of Air Fryer Cookie Cake or over the top of a Crock Pot Chocolate Lava Cake.
- Drizzle Blueberry Syrup over the ice cream for a fruity twist or top with Air Fryer Candied Walnuts for a sweet crunch.
- Make a unique ice cream sandwich with Air Fryer Biscuit Donuts!
Expert Tips
- Storage directions: Cover and store this ice cream in the freezer for up to 2 months.
- Reserve extra brownie and caramel: Save some brownie pieces and caramel sauce to garnish individual servings of ice cream.
- Transfer to a container: Instead of a loaf pan, the ice cream can be stored in a large freezer-safe storage container with a lid.
FAQ
This is normal. I recommend letting it sit at room temperature for about 5 minutes before you scoop it.
This is typically because the plastic wrap isn’t tight enough. When you wrap the ice cream, make sure the plastic wrap is tight and touching the top to prevent ice from forming.
Sure! Use gluten-free brownies or your favorite gluten-free brownie recipe.
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Best Brownie Ice Cream
Equipment
- 9x5 inch loaf pan
- Large spoon or silicone spatula
Ingredients
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- ¼ cup cocoa powder
- 1 14 ounce can sweetened condensed milk
- 1 ½ cups chopped brownie pieces
- ½ cup caramel sauce
Instructions
- Combine the heavy cream and cocoa powder in a large mixing bowl. Use an electric hand mixer to beat the cream into stiff peaks. Depending on the speed of your hand mixer, this should take about 5 minutes.
- Once the cream is whipped, add the condensed milk, brownie pieces, and caramel sauce. Use a large spoon or spatula to gently fold the added ingredients into the whipped cream. Make sure the condensed milk is fully incorporated with the whipped cream.
- Pour your ice cream into a 9x5 inch loaf pan and cover the pan with plastic wrap to prevent freezer burn. Let your ice cream freeze for 6 hours, or until the ice cream is firm to the touch.
- Scoop, serve, and enjoy!
Notes
- Storage directions: Cover and store this ice cream in the freezer for up to 2 months.
- Reserve extra brownie and caramel: Save some brownie pieces and caramel sauce to garnish individual servings of ice cream.
- Transfer to a container: Instead of a loaf pan, the ice cream can be stored in a large freezer-safe storage container with a lid.
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