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I couldn't wait to hit "Publish" on this post today, you guys! If you've been following along with my blog, you know that I love quick, simple and delicious recipes. If it's got a ton of complicated ingredients and is going to take me the entire afternoon to make. . .I'm out.
This Peanut Butter Panic Bread, however, is quite the opposite. The ingredients are SO simple and I prepared the dough in a matter of minutes.
Let's talk about what's in this decadent bread. Yes, I'm using the words "decadent" and "bread" together. . .in the same sentence. This isn't your ordinary bread. In fact, it's right up there in the cake category for me.
The Brownie Butter Cake I make is actually cake in bread form - this one is bread, in bread form - but it tastes like CAKE! Are you confused yet?
Okay, so this bread has ~count them~ three ingredients: ice cream, flour and peanut butter chocolate spread. Technically, two, if you don't count the Reese's spread. Did you even know that you can make bread from just ice cream and flour? Well, you can. The flavor combinations are limitless.
I found this Blue Bunny Peanut Butter Panic ice cream at the store. It stopped me in my tracks. Blue Bunny describes it as peanut butter ice cream drowning in peanut butter and fudge swirls, and bursting with peanut butter cups. Is this real? Yep. It went right into my cart.
Bread really doesn't get any more delicious or easy than this. I'm just sayin'. You mix the ice cream and flour together in a bowl, transfer the batter to a greased loaf pan and bake it for about 45 minutes at 350 degrees. That's it.
The bread is sweet, moist and delicious. I'll tell you what. . .this Peanut Butter Panic ice cream. . .best thing EVERRR. Can you see the peanut butter cup chunks right in the bread? I didn't add any extra candy. I added nothing. Nothing but ice cream and flour. You're intrigued aren't you? You want to make this, too, don't you? I knew you would.
If you can't find the Blue Bunny Peanut Butter Panic ice cream, you can use any brand of ice cream that's peanut butter cup flavored. Here's the deal though, no low fat anything. It won't work. This has to be full throttle, mucho calorie, ice cream.
While the ice cream was a good start, I've been itching to try that Reese's Peanut Butter Chocolate spread. While the rest of the world went crazy for Nutella, I really believe this spread is what I was holding out for. Wow. Mind blown. Especially on this bread. I knew they would be a good pair.
I didn't hold back on the spread, let me tell you. Well, I don't have to tell you. You can see for yourself. That first bite was pretty much "heaven on earth." Are we still talking about bread? Yes, we are.
I really have nothing left to say, except, make this bread and get the spread. This recipe is incredible, and trust me, none of your friends or family are going to believe you when you tell them what's in the bread. They're going to look at you in disbelief and just ask for another piece. Do what they say and then give them the recipe. I'm going to the kitchen to get another slice of this bread. . .
Peanut Butter Panic Ice Cream Bread
Ingredients
- 2 cups Blue Bunny Peanut Butter Panic ice cream (softened)
- 1 ½ cups self-rising flour
- Reese's Peanut Butter Chocolate Spreads
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit
- In a bowl, mix the softened ice cream with the self-rising flour
- Transfer the dough to a well-greased loaf pan
- Bake for 40-45 minutes
- Allow to cool, slice and spread with the Reese's spread before serving
Notes
- Choosing Ice Cream: Select a high-quality peanut butter ice cream with a strong flavor profile for the best results. Blue Bunny Peanut Butter Panic ice cream is a great choice due to its rich peanut butter flavor and creamy texture. Ensure the ice cream is fully softened before mixing it with the flour to ensure even distribution and incorporation of the ingredients.
- Proper Mixing: When combining the softened ice cream with the self-rising flour, mix the ingredients until just combined. Overmixing can lead to a tough and dense bread texture. Use a spatula or wooden spoon to gently fold the flour into the ice cream until no dry flour remains. The mixture should be thick and cohesive, but not overworked.
- Greasing the Pan: To prevent the bread from sticking to the loaf pan, ensure the pan is well-greased before transferring the dough. Use butter or cooking spray to coat the bottom and sides of the pan thoroughly. This ensures easy removal of the bread after baking and prevents it from tearing or sticking to the pan. Allow the bread to cool completely before slicing and spreading with Reese's Peanut Butter Chocolate Spreads for a delicious finishing touch.
Sarah@bakingwithmom
I had heard of Ice Cream Bread before, now I know I will have to try it! Looks great!
Sara
You definitely need to try it, Sarah!
Nikki Frank-Hamilton
Gonna have to do a bit of research as I am gluten free, wonder what type of flour I should use, cause this looks incredible! Thanks.
Sara
I know that both Betty Crocker and King Arthur make gluten free flour, Nikki!
Cathy@LemonTreeDwelling
This bread looks AMAZING! I've heard of ice cream bread,but haven't tried it.......after seeing this, I'm totally convinced I MUST!
Sara
Cathy, YES, you need to try ice cream bread. People really can't believe it when I tell them what the bread is made out of.
Meg @ The Housewife in Training Files
My mind is blown right now! I don't know whether this is a good thing or bad thing that I know you can make bread out of ice cream and flour! Even though I just had dessert, all I can think about is this bread!
Amy @ A Healthy Life For Me
Never heard of this ice cream, but it sounds incredible. Would not last long in my house!
Kate @ Diethood
This is all kinds of awesome! Last week I made something similar in muffins form and they were gone in minutes!
Sara
I would love something like this in muffin form. Great idea, Kate!
Ashley | The Recipe Rebel
Um, this is amazing! Love that you could use any flavor of ice cream you want!
Sara
Right?! It's crazy good!
Kacey @ The Cookie Writer
OMG WHAT?! Ice cream and bread?!! Holy cow, I cannot wait to try this! I am telling my sister about this now! I never have self-rising flour on hand, but I will now!
Sara
Kacey, I usually don't have the self-rising flour either. I bought some just to make this bread and I have enough left over to make several more loaves. YES!!
Beth
What?!!! I didn't know ice cream + flour makes bread!!!! Mind blown!
Sara
It's crazy, right?!