If you are a Butterfinger candy bar fan, then you are going to love this Homemade Butterfinger Ice Cream, it’s the best cold dessert. This is naturally gluten-free, packed with crushed Butterfinger and uses everyday ingredients, plus the ice cream maker.

Growing up every summer we looked forward to our family get together because my aunt and cousins would come out with HUGE containers of Butterfinger Ice Cream and it literally melted in your mouth. The peanut butter and chocolate flavor with that smooth vanilla base, it’s irresistible!

Why you’ll love this Butterfinger Ice Cream Recipe:

Naturally Gluten-Free!
Easy to make with simple ingredients.
Freeze leftovers to have a treat for up to 2 weeks.
Sweet vanilla creaminess with a peanut butter flavor.
This recipe is so simple to make using a standard Ice Cream Maker and a few simple ingredients like sugar, half and half, and Butterfingers.
Customize it, the Butterfinger can be swapped for any candy bar like Snickers Ice Cream instead!

Ingredients in Butterfinger Ice Cream:

Granulated Sugar
Water
Butterfinger Candy Bars
Half and Half or Milk

Step-by-Step Instructions:

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On medium-high heat, bring sugar and water to a rolling boil in a saucepan; continue cooking for about 1 minute.
Let mixture cool.
Chop candy bars in a food processor or blender to your desired consistency.
Pour butterfingers into sugar mixture and let soak until you are ready to make ice cream.
Mix butterfinger mixture with 2 quarts of half and half and pour into 4 quart ice cream maker.
Lastly, add additional half and half or 2 % milk as needed to reach the “fill” line on your ice cream maker.
Continue making ice cream as instructed on the ice cream maker instructions.

Are Butterfinger Candy Bars Gluten-Free?

Butterfinger Candy Bars are gluten-free, but it depends on which ones you use. This ice cream is made with traditional Butterfinger Candy Bars. Always read ingredients carefully to be sure they fit your dietary needs as they can change at anytime.

Find more information on if Butterfinger Candy Bars are Gluten-Free on the Butterfinger Website.

How long can you freeze Homemade Ice Cream:

Homemade Ice Cream will last in the freezer up to 2 weeks when sealed properly. Use an airtight, freezer-safe container, and place plastic wrap over the top of the ice cream before sealing, this will prevent ice crystals from forming.

Can you use different candy bars?

This same method can be used with a variety of candy bars such as Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups, Snickers, or your favorite candy bars.

Tips for Making Homemade Butterfinger Ice Cream:

For the creamiest consistency use half and half or real cream to make this recipe. If you need additional cream to reach the FILL line on your ice cream maker, you can use 2% or whole milk. Nonfat milk will be more watery and not as creamy as you would expect from ice cream.

When the ice cream is made, it’s best to store in the freezer for 1-2 hours to harden before serving.

For serving, we dipped ice cream bowls in melted chocolate and added crushed Butterfinger Candy Bars to the rim of the bowls, these are fun for sundaes or parties!

Fun-Size Butterfinger Bars will work for this recipe or full-size. It works best to use a food processor to finely chop the Butterfingers. If you do not have a food processor, place the candy bars in a Ziploc bag and seal it. Use a rolling pin to crush the candy bars.

Butterfinger Ice Cream is the best way to enjoy time with family, it’s fun and easy to make plus it stays good in the freezer for up to 2 weeks. This is a staple throughout the year in our home and especially for family events and cookouts!