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Homemade Chocolate-Covered Ice Cream Bars

Homemade Chocolate-Covered Ice Cream Bars

  • Author: Anna
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes (plus freezing time)
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 4-6 hours (including freezing time)
  • Yield: 6-8 bars
  • Category: Desserts
  • Method: Freezing and dipping
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian (optional dairy-free/vegan with substitutions)

Description

Enjoy a refreshing and delicious summer treat with these Homemade Chocolate-Covered Ice Cream Bars. Featuring creamy ice cream coated in a crisp, glossy chocolate shell, they are easy to make, customizable to your taste, and perfect for portion control. Fun for all ages, these bars combine smooth, cool ice cream with a satisfying chocolate crunch in every bite.

Ingredients

Ice Cream Base

  • Ice cream of choice (vanilla, chocolate, fruity, or dairy-free options)
  • Wooden popsicle sticks

Chocolate Coating

  • High-quality chocolate chips or bars (bittersweet, semi-sweet, or milk chocolate)
  • Coconut oil or shortening (about 1 teaspoon per 1 cup of chocolate)

Optional Toppings

  • Crushed nuts (almonds, peanuts, pistachios)
  • Sprinkles
  • Sea salt
  • Dried fruit bits
  • Berry sauce or fruit swirls
  • White chocolate or caramel for drizzling
  • Spices such as cinnamon or chili powder

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Ice Cream Base: Soften your chosen ice cream slightly at room temperature to make it easy to mold. Spoon the ice cream into bar-shaped silicone molds or a tray lined with parchment paper, then insert wooden popsicle sticks. Freeze the bars until completely firm, typically several hours or overnight.
  2. Melt the Chocolate Coating: Gently melt your chocolate chips or chopped chocolate bars in a microwave-safe bowl or using a double boiler. Stir in coconut oil or shortening until you achieve a smooth, pourable consistency that will harden quickly on contact with cold ice cream.
  3. Dip the Frozen Bars: Carefully remove the ice cream bars from the molds. Holding each bar by the stick, dip it into the melted chocolate, ensuring an even coat. Allow any excess chocolate to drip off before placing the bars on a parchment-lined tray. Immediately transfer them to the freezer to set.
  4. Add Optional Toppings: While the chocolate coating is still wet, sprinkle nuts, sprinkles, or sea salt onto the bars to help them stick. Return the bars to the freezer to allow the chocolate and toppings to harden completely.
  5. Serve and Enjoy: Once the chocolate shell is firm, the bars are ready to be enjoyed! Keep them stored in the freezer until serving to maintain the perfect texture.

Notes

  • Use thoroughly frozen ice cream bars before dipping to prevent melting during coating.
  • Add fats like coconut oil to melted chocolate for a shiny, crisp shell.
  • Work quickly when dipping to avoid softening the ice cream.
  • Choose high-quality chocolate for better flavor and texture.
  • Refreeze dipped bars immediately for perfectly crisp shells.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bar
  • Calories: Approx. 200-300 (varies by ice cream and toppings)
  • Sugar: 20-25g
  • Sodium: 50-70mg
  • Fat: 12-18g
  • Saturated Fat: 8-12g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3-5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25-30g
  • Fiber: 1-3g
  • Protein: 3-5g
  • Cholesterol: 30-45mg

Keywords: homemade ice cream bars, chocolate-covered ice cream, frozen dessert, summer treat, easy dessert, customizable ice cream, dairy-free ice cream bars

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