I tried and ranked 10 candy bar ice cream treats from worst to best, and here's my take on each one:
Baby Ruth: This one is a clear winner. It's the most textured, with plenty of peanut pieces, and the nougat flavor is a standout. The caramel and chocolate work together seamlessly, creating a delicious and authentic taste.
Butterfinger: A close second, Butterfinger delivers a smooth and balanced treat. The chocolate shell and peanut butter ice cream are perfectly combined, creating a crispety, crunchety experience.
Milky Way: Milky Way stands out with its rich and creamy chocolate ice cream, enhanced by a gooey caramel layer. It's a simple yet satisfying combination that sets it apart from the other fussy bars.
Reese's Crunchy Peanut: Reese's delivers an all-out peanut butter experience. The ice cream is infused with peanut butter and topped with crushed peanuts, making it a surefire winner.
100 Grand: This bar is an excellent choice, with a crispy crunch and a decent caramel dosage. The chocolate shell and vanilla ice cream combination is a hit.
Snickers: A quality bar, but the peanut butter ice cream is a bit more restrained than the similar ice creams in Reese's and Butterfinger. It's a solid option but not the top-level greatness of the others.
Twix: Twix falls short in terms of texture and taste, with cookie pieces that barely register. It's a tasty nibble but lacks the crunch and texture of the candy.
KitKat: KitKat is a quality bar, but the wafer is barely noticeable in the ice cream. It's a step up from Crunch but falls short of the candy bar experience.
Almond Joy: Almond Joy is an acquired taste, with a unique coconut flavor. It's not easily enjoyable and lacks the appeal of the candy bar.
Crunch: The only bar without branded packaging, Crunch is heavy and chocolate-encapsulated. However, it lacks the crisp rice pieces and texture of the candy, making it a disappointment.
In my opinion, the best candy bar ice cream is Baby Ruth, followed by Butterfinger and Milky Way. These bars deliver the most authentic and enjoyable experience, combining the best elements of both ice cream and candy.
