Homemade Butter Pecan Ice Cream
Homemade Butter Pecan Ice Cream is rich, creamy, and packed with caramelized pecans for a perfect balance of sweetness and crunch. Made with simple ingredients, it’s an easy way to enjoy a classic treat at home.
Ingredients
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- ¾ cup sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup roasted pecans
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup unsalted butter
Instructions
- Toast the Pecans: Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Stir in pecans and brown sugar, cooking for 3-5 minutes until caramelized and fragrant. Spread on a baking sheet to cool.
- Make the Ice Cream Base: Heat heavy cream, milk, and sugar in a saucepan over low heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Remove from heat and mix in vanilla extract.
- Chill the Mixture: Pour the base into a bowl, cover, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours until completely cold.
- Churn the Ice Cream: Pour the chilled mixture into an ice cream maker and churn for 20-25 minutes until it reaches a soft-serve consistency.
- Add the Pecans: Gently fold in the cooled, caramelized pecans, ensuring they’re evenly mixed.
- Freeze Until Firm: Transfer to an airtight container and freeze for at least 4 hours before serving.