Brownie Batter Ice Cream

Our homemade brownie batter ice cream is rich, creamy, and loaded with coffee, chocolate chips, and swirls of fudgy batter. If you love coffee and brownies, this is the dessert you have been waiting for.

The recipe and post for brownie batter coffee ice cream were first published in August 2015. It was updated and republished in July 2025.

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• Coffee and Brownie Ice Cream
• Main Ingredients
• How To Make Brownie Batter Ice Cream
• Storage Recommendations
• BruCrew Tips
• More No Churn Ice Cream
• Recipe

Coffee and Brownie Ice Cream

Ice cream is always in our freezer, no matter the weather. Honestly, you can't go wrong with a bowl of creamy ice cream, whether it's hot or cold outside.

The other day, I was looking for ingredients in my pantry to make another no-churn ice cream. It's easy to make with sweetened condensed milk, heavy cream, and your favorite mixins. A few of our favorites are fluffernutter ice cream and chubby hubby pie.

This time, I added some instant coffee, and instead of adding brownie chunks, I used the extra mix to make brownie batter swirls. The gooey chocolate remains soft in the freezer.

The chocolate chips, coffee flavor, and brownie batter swirl made it a favorite with our kids. I had to stash a container in the back of the fridge, so that I could have a scoop!

So, if you're craving something with chocolate and caffeine, skip the store-bought versions and make this coffee-infused brownie batter ice cream instead. It's easy to make and a delicious way to treat yourself.

Main Ingredients

This combo tastes like gourmet ice cream but is made with simple ingredients and doesn’t require an ice cream maker.

• Heavy Cream: Keep it chilled so it can whip into stiff peaks.
• Instant Coffee Granules: Mix your favorite brand of instant coffee into the cream. You can also use instant espresso powder for a bolder flavor.
• Cream Cheese: Adds a creamy texture to homemade ice cream. Set it out ahead of time so it can be easily mixed into the milk.
• Sweetened Condensed Milk: Canned milk sweetens the mixture without the need for added sugar.
• Edible Brownie Batter: Use dry brownie mix powder, oil, and water to create a chocolate dough.
• Mini Chocolate Chips: The tiny ones add more chocolate flavor when mixed into any dessert.

How To Make Brownie Batter Ice Cream

This brownie ice cream recipe can be made in minutes. Just combine all the ingredients with a mixer, then swirl and freeze.

Mix the brownie batter. Heat-treat the dry brownie mix in the oven or microwave. Let it cool, then mix in the oil and water. Set aside for later.

Make coffee whipped cream. Stir the instant coffee into the whipping cream. Once dissolved, beat the mixture until it is light and fluffy.

Create the ice cream base. Beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy. Slowly pour in the sweetened condensed milk while mixing on low speed.

Combine the mixtures. Slowly fold the fluffy whipped cream and chocolate chips into the milk mixture.

Freeze until solid. Spoon one-third of the mixture into a freezer-safe bowl and swirl in the brownie batter. Repeat two more times, ending with a brownie swirl on top. Cover and freeze at least six hours.

Storage Recommendations

Keep the ice cream in a freezer-safe container in the freezer for 2-3 weeks. A metal loaf pan can also be used, but it should be tightly covered with a few layers of plastic wrap.

BruCrew Tips

• Freeze the metal bowl and mixer attachment at least 30 minutes before making the whipped cream.
• Use cold ingredients. Keep your heavy cream refrigerated until you are ready to whip it. This helps it hold its shape better and creates a creamier texture.
• Fold ingredients in gently. When adding your flavorings and mix-ins to the whipped cream, gently swirl them with a rubber spatula to avoid deflating the mixture.
• Treat the dry brownie mix the same way you would heat treat raw flour before using and eating it.
• Don't like coffee? Replace the instant coffee with a tablespoon of pure vanilla extract.

More No Churn Ice Cream

• Confetti Cookie Dough Ice Cream
• Marshmallow Ice Cream
• Peanut Butter Ice Cream
• Cappuccino Ice Cream
• No Churn Chocolate Ice Cream

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