Coffee Ice Cream With Toasted Pecans and Caramel Swirl
Smooth, creamy coffee ice cream swirled with rich caramel and crunchy toasted pecans—this indulgent yet easy-to-make treat is perfect for both coffee lovers and sweet tooths alike.
Ingredients
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- ¾ cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon instant coffee or espresso powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup toasted pecans chopped
- ½ cup caramel sauce
Instructions
- Prepare the Ice Cream Base: Whisk together heavy cream, whole milk, sugar, instant coffee, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
- Churn the Ice Cream: Pour the mixture into an ice cream maker and churn for 20–25 minutes until it reaches a soft-serve consistency.
- Add Toasted Pecans: Add chopped toasted pecans during the last 5 minutes of churning.
- Swirl in the Caramel: Transfer the ice cream to a container, drizzle caramel sauce on top, and gently swirl it in without overmixing.
- Freeze Until Firm: Cover and freeze for at least 4 hours, then scoop and enjoy!