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S’mores Ice Cream

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Everything you love about the the campfire favorite is swirled into this rich and creamy s’mores ice cream.

S'mores Ice Cream

I’m going to keep this short and sweet (pun intended) because today I am packing my bags, kissing my boys goodbye and hopping on a plane. I’m off to join friends in Tennessee for the music festival Bonnaroo. It will be a weekend filled with great music, food and drinks. It will also be blazing hot in Tennessee so I’ve got cold food on the brain. And what better way to cool off than with a scoop of homemade ice cream?

Making homemade ice cream isn’t hard, but it definitely is a process that can’t be rushed. The cooked custard base needs time to chill and ripen in the frig (overnight is best if you have the time) and then after you spin it and combine it with your toppings, it needs to head back into the cold to set up in the freezer. That said, the active prep/cooking time is pretty short when making ice cream. It’s the patiently waiting to try a scoop part that’s hard. Seriously hard.

S'mores Ice Cream

This s’mores ice cream is so packed with delicious toppings, it’s almost easy to overlook how good the marshmallow ice cream is just on its own. (Almost.) You really can stop right there and be perfectly happy with just a scoop of that on your cone. But I recommend going for it today. Toast up some marshmallows, crumble up some grahams and drizzle the chocolate ganache over the ice cream for an elevated s’mores treat that will be a hit with kids and grown-ups at your next backyard gathering.

I wish I could take a big vat of this with me to keep cool and enjoy over the weekend. Guess I’ll just have to be content with three (count em…1,2,3) kid-free, responsibility-free days with some of my favorite bands and favorite people. It may not be ice cream, but it sure ain’t the worst. Have a great weekend, I know I will!

S'mores Ice Cream

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S'mores Ice Cream
Prep Time
25 mins
Chilling Time
4 hrs
Total Time
25 mins
 
Everything you love about the the campfire favorite is swirled into this rich and creamy s'mores ice cream.
Course: Frozen Treats
Cuisine: American
Keyword: s'mores ice cream
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 880 kcal
Author: Cathy Roma | whatshouldimakefor.com
Ingredients
  • 2 1/2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 8 egg yolks
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 1/4 cup marshmallow fluff
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 3 cups mini marshmallows
  • 8 oz graham crackers crushed (I prefer homemade but you can use store-bought)
  • 8 oz semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 2/3 cup heavy cream
Instructions
  1. Combine the heavy cream, milk, sugar and salt in a medium saucepan set over med/low heat. Heat until the sugar is dissolved, about 5 mins.
  2. Whisk the egg yolks together in a medium bowl. Gradually temper in the hot cream mixture, adding one ladleful of cream to the eggs while whisking continuously. Repeat, until you use half of the hot cream mixture. Carefully pour the yolks and cream mixture back into the pot with the rest of the cream.
  3. Turn the heat to low and continue to cook the mixture until it thickens and coats the back of a wooden spoon. (If you drag your finger across the coated spoon, the trail should remain.) Make sure you stir frequently and don't turn the heat up too high as the eggs could scramble.
  4. Once the mixture has thickened, strain using a fine mesh strainer, into a clean bowl.
  5. In a separate microwave safe-bowl, combine the marshmallow fluff with the water and heat for 20-30 seconds in the microwave. Mix well and then whisk into the ice cream base.
  6. Cover the ice cream base with plastic wrap (press the plastic to the surface of the ice cream) and place in the refrigerator to chill at least 4 hours or overnight.
  7. Place the marshmallows on a baking sheet lined with non-stick foil. Use a kitchen torch to brown the marshmallows or alternatively, brown them in the broiler. Keep careful watch, as they do burn quickly. Set aside.
  8. Heat the remaining cream in a small saucepan until hot but not boiling. Place the chocolate chips in a small bowl and pour the hot cream over the top. Allow to sit for 5 mins then whisk until completely blended.
  9. Chill ganache until almost set, but still pourable.
  10. Once the ice cream has chilled, freeze it in your ice cream maker according to the manufacture instructions.

  11. Working quickly, add half of the ice cream to a large pan or baking dish. Layer crumbled graham crackers, toasted marshmallows and chocolate glance over the top. Add the remaining ice cream and layer again with grahams, chocolate and marshmallows.
  12. Freeze for at least an hour before serving.
Nutrition Facts
S'mores Ice Cream
Amount Per Serving
Calories 880 Calories from Fat 486
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 54g 83%
Saturated Fat 30g 150%
Cholesterol 329mg 110%
Sodium 335mg 14%
Potassium 341mg 10%
Total Carbohydrates 92g 31%
Dietary Fiber 3g 12%
Sugars 60g
Protein 9g 18%
Vitamin A 34.2%
Vitamin C 0.7%
Calcium 15.9%
Iron 19.4%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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  1. Mary Ann | The Beach House Kitchen says

    June 10, 2016 at 11:44 am

    OMG Cathy, you’re going to have sooo much fun! This ice cream is perfect for summer! You can’t go wrong with S’MORES anything!! My son Casey is going to love this one! Pinned! Have an awesome time!

    Reply
    • Cathy says

      June 14, 2016 at 12:22 pm

      What a weekend Mary Ann. Even better than I hoped. Could have used some ice cream in the 95 degree weather!

  2. rebecca | DisplacedHousewife says

    June 10, 2016 at 2:39 pm

    This sounds absolutely amazing!!! I love s’mores and I love even more all of the different desserts they inspire. I can’t wait to try this!!

    Reply
    • Cathy says

      June 14, 2016 at 12:21 pm

      Thanks Rebecca. I’m a s’mores junkie for sure!

  3. Candice @ Whole Health Hacks says

    June 17, 2016 at 6:43 pm

    This looks absolutely amazing! I have been on a nostalgic treat kick lately and s’mores are definitely next up on the list. This ice cream looks perfect treat to beat the heat this summer! How was Bonnaroo?! That festival is on my bucket list! 🙂

    Reply
    • Cathy says

      June 21, 2016 at 1:54 pm

      Bonnaroo was equal parts fun, sweaty, indulgent and debaucherous! Loved it and totally recommend. It’s about to become an annual trip for sure. You MUST go!

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