1-Getting started with homemade peanut butter ice cream is fun and simple. First, gather all your ingredients and set up your workspace for smooth sailing. If you’re opting for any substitutions, like plant-based milk, have them ready to go right from the start.

2-Next, in a mixing bowl, stir together the peanut butter, brown sugar, and salt until everything is well combined. Add the heavy cream and whisk it until the mixture turns smooth and creamy. Gradually mix in the milk and vanilla extract, whisking constantly to keep things even.

3-Pour the blended mixture into your ice cream machine and follow the manufacturer’s instructions to freeze it, which usually takes about 20-30 minutes. While that’s churning, heat the extra ⅓ cup of peanut butter in the microwave for around 1 minute until it melts into a liquid. Whisk in the powdered sugar until fully blended and set it aside for later.

4-Once the ice cream is done churning, transfer half of it to an airtight container and drizzle on half of the peanut butter mixture. Add the rest of the ice cream and drizzle the remaining mixture, then use a knife to lightly swirl it all together. Cover the container and freeze until it’s firm enough to scoop, which might take a few hours. For a fun twist, check our guide to grilled desserts for ways to serve it with extras like chocolate or caramel sauce.