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Five Layer Ice Cream Bars

These Five Layer Ice Cream Bars are the ultimate frozen dessert, combining layers of chocolate cookie crust, creamy vanilla ice cream, rich fudge sauce, crunchy peanuts, and fluffy whipped topping. Inspired by the Buster Bar® from Dairy Queen, this homemade version is even better, offering a perfect balance of textures and flavors in every bite. Ideal for summer gatherings, parties, or just indulging in a cool treat.

  • Total Time: 2 hours 40 minutes

Ingredients

Scale

To create these decadent, multi-layered ice cream bars, you’ll need:

  • For the Fudge Sauce:

    • 1 ½ cups evaporated milk

    • ⅔ cup chocolate chips

    • ½ cup butter

    • 2 cups confectioners’ sugar

    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

  • For the Crust:

    • 1 pound chocolate sandwich cookies, crushed

    • ½ cup melted butter

  • For the Ice Cream Layers:

    • ½ gallon vanilla ice cream, softened

    • 1 ½ cups roasted Spanish peanuts

    • 1 (12-ounce) container frozen whipped topping, thawed

Instructions

Make the Fudge Sauce:

  1. In a saucepan over medium heat, combine evaporated milk, ½ cup butter, chocolate chips, and confectioners’ sugar.

  2. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly, and cook for 8 minutes.

  3. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract. Allow to cool completely.

Prepare the Crust:

  1. In a large bowl, mix together crushed chocolate sandwich cookies and melted butter.

  2. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9×13-inch pan.

  3. Freeze until firm (about 30 minutes).

Assemble the Layers:

  1. Spread softened vanilla ice cream evenly over the frozen cookie crust.

  2. Freeze until firm, about 30 minutes to 1 hour.

  3. Spread the cooled fudge sauce over the ice cream and sprinkle with peanuts.

  4. Freeze again until firm (about 30 minutes).

  5. Top with whipped topping, spreading evenly.

  6. Freeze until completely set, preferably overnight.

Slice & Serve:

  1. Cut into 24 bars and serve immediately. Enjoy!

  • Author: Paula
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 8 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 24
  • Calories: 427 per serving