Homemade Moose Tracks Ice Cream

Description:

Moose Tracks Ice Cream is a creamy vanilla base swirled with rich fudge and dotted with mini peanut butter cups. This homemade version is ultra-decadent and requires no fancy ingredients. With a luscious texture and plenty of chunks and ribbons, it’s everything you’d want in a premium scoop.

Origin:

Moose Tracks® was originally created by Denali Flavors in Michigan, USA, and quickly became a fan-favorite for its combination of chocolate fudge and peanut butter cups in vanilla ice cream. The name comes from the “tracks” left behind by the chocolate mix-ins.

Ingredients (Quantity):

Vanilla Ice Cream Base (No-Churn or Machine-Friendly):

2 cups heavy cream
1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk
1 tbsp pure vanilla extract
Pinch of salt

Mix-Ins:

¾ cup mini peanut butter cups (chopped if large)
½ cup fudge sauce (store-bought or homemade)
Optional: ½ cup chocolate chips or chocolate chunks

Optional Homemade Fudge Sauce:

½ cup heavy cream
½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
2 tbsp butter
1 tbsp corn syrup or honey (for shine)

Melt together over low heat until smooth.

Instructions:

No-Churn Method (no ice cream machine):

Make the base:
In a large bowl, whip the heavy cream to stiff peaks. In another bowl, combine condensed milk, vanilla, and salt.
Combine:
Gently fold whipped cream into the condensed milk mixture until smooth and fluffy.
Add mix-ins:
Fold in mini peanut butter cups and chocolate chips (if using).
Swirl:
Spoon ⅓ of the mixture into a container. Drizzle with fudge sauce. Repeat in layers. Use a knife to swirl gently.
Freeze:
Cover and freeze for 6–8 hours or overnight until firm.

Ice Cream Machine Method:

Mix heavy cream, condensed milk, vanilla, and salt.
Chill and churn in ice cream maker according to manufacturer’s instructions.
Fold in mix-ins and fudge after churning. Freeze 4 hours to set.

Tips for Success:

Chill the bowl and beaters for faster whipped cream.
For easy layering, slightly warm the fudge sauce so it drizzles smoothly.
Let ice cream sit at room temp for 5–10 mins before scooping for best texture.

Serving Suggestions:

Top with extra fudge, chopped peanut butter cups, whipped cream, or crushed waffle cone bits.
Serve in a bowl, cone, or layered into an ice cream cake!