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Butter Pecan Ice Cream Recipe

Butter Pecan Ice Cream Recipe
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Creamy and rich homemade Butter Pecan Ice Cream with toasted pecans and a buttery undertone, perfect for a comforting and nutty dessert experience.

Ingredients

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For the Toasted Pecans

  • 1 cup pecans, chopped
  • 3 tbsp butter

For the Ice Cream Base

  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • ¾ cup brown sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Toast Pecans: In a medium skillet over medium heat, melt the butter and add the chopped pecans. Cook them until they become fragrant and lightly toasted, stirring frequently to prevent burning. Remove from heat and allow to cool completely.
  2. Prepare Ice Cream Base: In a saucepan, combine the heavy cream, whole milk, brown sugar, and a pinch of salt. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally until the sugar fully dissolves. Remove from heat and let the mixture cool completely to room temperature.
  3. Add Vanilla: Once the cream mixture has cooled, stir in the vanilla extract evenly throughout the base.
  4. Churn Ice Cream: Pour the mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions, about 20-25 minutes, until it thickens to a soft-serve texture. During the last few minutes of churning, add the toasted pecans to incorporate them evenly.
  5. Freeze to Set: Transfer the churned ice cream into an airtight container and freeze for at least 2 hours to firm up before serving.

Notes

  • For extra crunch, reserve some toasted pecans to sprinkle on top when serving.
  • You can substitute brown sugar with dark brown sugar for a deeper caramel flavor.
  • If you don’t have an ice cream maker, pour the mixture into a shallow container and stir every 30 minutes while freezing until firm.
  • Make sure the cream mixture is fully cooled before churning to get the best texture.

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