Peanut Butter Sauce for Ice Cream

Peanut butter sauce for ice cream elevates desserts and breakfast foods alike, from sundaes and brownies to waffles and pancakes. This sauce is an incredibly rich, creamy and satisfying treat—and best of all, it’s easy to make. Once you whip up a batch, you can refrigerate it and bring it out when the mood strikes. A little sweet, a little salty (especially if you add salted peanuts as a topping) and altogether scrumptious, peanut butter ice cream topping is a truly tasty topping to have on hand.

Peanut Butter Sauce for Ice Cream Ingredients

• Brown sugar: Packed brown sugar adds sweetness to your peanut butter sauce for ice cream.
• Light corn syrup: An essential ingredient, light corn syrup prevents the sugar from crystallizing, which results in a smooth sauce.
• Butter: Butter adds richness and also emulsifies the mixture to help thicken it.
• Peanut butter: If possible, don’t use all-natural peanut butter, as it doesn’t melt as well as creamy peanut butter; go with your usual name-brand peanut butter.
• Evaporated milk: This all-star ingredient gives the sauce body, smoothness and richness, so don’t skimp on it.
• Vanilla ice cream: You can serve your sauce over ice cream or virtually any other dessert.
• Peanuts (optional): If you want even more crunch and added salt, sprinkle peanuts over the top of your finished dish.

Directions

Step 1: Combine the first ingredients

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First, combine the brown sugar, corn syrup, butter and salt in a microwave-safe dish, then cover and microwave on high for two minutes (or until the mixture starts to boil).

Editor’s Tip: Stir the mixture twice while microwaving to ensure it reaches optimal smoothness.

Step 2: Add peanut butter and evaporated milk

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Add the peanut butter and stir until smooth, then stir in the evaporated milk.

Step 3: Serve the sauce

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Serve your sauce warm over ice cream and sprinkle with peanuts or another topping of your choice.

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Recipe Variations

• Embellish with extra peanuts: Sprinkle your sauce with peanuts for crunch and even more peanut-y flavor.
• Add another topping: Get creative with your toppings. Reese’s peanut butter cups work well as a topping, as do any other salted nut, brownie bits or chocolate chips.

How to Store Peanut Butter Sauce for Ice Cream

You should store your peanut butter sauce in an airtight container in the fridge. Since the sauce contains dairy, it will need to be refrigerated or it will spoil.

How long does peanut butter sauce for ice cream last?

Your sauce should last for up to two weeks, as long as it’s been refrigerated.

Peanut Butter Sauce for Ice Cream Tips

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How do I serve peanut butter sauce for ice cream after it’s been refrigerated?

The peanut butter sauce will naturally thicken as it cools. When you’re ready to serve it again, reheat it in the microwave for 15 to 20 seconds.

How can I use my peanut butter sauce for ice cream?

Pour your sauce over pancakes or waffles for a dash of sweetness at breakfast, or add it to virtually any dessert, from homemade brownies to bread pudding.

How do I thin out my peanut butter sauce for ice cream?