Homemade Moose Tracks Ice Cream

Description:

A creamy vanilla base loaded with mini peanut butter cups and thick fudge swirls, Moose Tracks is the ultimate no-churn ice cream dream. It’s sweet, salty, and chocolatey in every decadent bite — no ice cream maker required!

Origin:

Inspired by the iconic American ice cream flavor created in Michigan in the 1980s, Moose Tracks blends nostalgia with modern homemade comfort.

Ingredients Quantity (Makes ~1.5 quarts):

Ice Cream Base:

2 cups heavy whipping cream
1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk
1 ½ tsp vanilla extract

Mix-Ins:

¾ cup mini peanut butter cups (cut in half if large)
½ cup hot fudge sauce (store-bought or homemade, cooled)

Ingredients Optional:

Chopped peanuts or almonds for crunch
Swirls of peanut butter or caramel
Dark chocolate chips or brownie chunks

Instructions:

Whip Cream:
In a large bowl, beat heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
Make Base:
In another bowl, mix sweetened condensed milk and vanilla. Gently fold in whipped cream until smooth and fluffy.
Assemble Layers:
In a freezer-safe container, pour half the ice cream base. Drizzle half the fudge and sprinkle half the peanut butter cups. Repeat. Lightly swirl with a knife for that “tracks” effect.
Freeze:
Cover and freeze for at least 6 hours or overnight until firm.
Serve:
Scoop and enjoy! Let sit 5 minutes at room temp for perfect texture.