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Chocolate Candied Bacon Ice Cream

A rich and indulgent ice cream flavor combining the sweetness of chocolate and the savory crunch of candied bacon.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Ice Cream Base
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 pinch salt
Candied Bacon
  • 6 slices bacon thick cut
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
Chocolate Swirl
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips melted

Method
 

Prepare the Candied Bacon
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, mix brown sugar and cocoa powder. Coat the bacon slices in the mixture.
  3. Place the bacon on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 15 minutes or until crispy.
  4. Let the bacon cool, then chop into small pieces.
Make the Ice Cream Base
  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together heavy cream, whole milk, sugar, vanilla extract, and salt until well combined.
  2. Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
Churn and Combine
  1. Pour the chilled mixture into the ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions.
  2. Once the ice cream reaches a soft-serve consistency, fold in the chopped candied bacon and melted chocolate.
  3. Transfer to a container and freeze until firm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For an extra touch, drizzle additional melted chocolate on top before serving.

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