In a large mixing bowl, add the heavy cream. Whip it with an electric hand mixer for 5-8 minutes or until medium stiff peaks form.
Into a medium mixing bowl, add the condensed milk, cocoa powder (sift please!), and peanut butter, and whip on low speed until well combined.
Add the heavy cream mixture to the peanut butter and chocolate mixture and mix until combined.
Transfer the ice cream mixture into a freezer-friendly container (we used a metal loaf pan).
the top and top with peanut butter cup chunks. Cover the container with plastic wrap and place the container in the freezer for at least 4 hours. Once frozen, scoop with an ice cream scooper and serve!
Notes
Sift the cocoa powder! Cocoa powder tends to have lumps in it so we always sift the cocoa powder before adding it to the ice cream mixture.
Gently fold the condensed milk and peanut butter into the whipped cream mixture to maintain the airiness and fluffiness of the ice cream.
For added texture and flavor, consider mixing in crushed peanuts or chocolate chunks before freezing.
Cover the pan tightly with plastic wrap before placing it in the freezer to prevent crystallization and freezer burn on your ice cream.
Allow your ice cream to freeze for at least 6 hours or overnight for optimal consistency before serving up this delightful treat!
Make sure to use a metal loaf pan for freezing as it helps maintain the ideal temperature for setting your ice cream.
Before serving, let the ice cream sit at room temperature for a few minutes to soften slightly for easy scooping.
Make sure your mixing bowl and beaters are cold before whipping the cream to stiff peaks for a light and airy texture.
Don't try to replace one of the ingredients with lower fat ingredients. The heavy cream is very important in this recipe and is what makes this recipe foolproof.
Use cold heavy cream. Refrigerate your heavy cream before making this recipe to keep it extra cold. Cold heavy cream whips faster and better.