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Butter Pecan Ice Cream

Rich and creamy butter pecan ice cream made with toasted pecans and a buttery base.
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Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 450 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 1 cup pecans chopped
  • 2 tablespoon butter unsalted
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Instructions 

  1. Toast the pecans in a skillet over medium heat until fragrant, about 5 minutes. Set aside.
  2. In a saucepan, melt the butter and brown sugar together. Stir in the heavy cream, whole milk, vanilla extract, and salt. Heat until the mixture is warm but not boiling.
  3. Let the mixture cool to room temperature, then refrigerate until cold.
  4. Churn the mixture in an ice cream maker according to the manufacturer's instructions. Add the toasted pecans during the last few minutes of churning.
  5. Transfer the ice cream to a container and freeze until firm, about 2 hours.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 450kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 35g | Saturated Fat: 20g | Cholesterol: 120mg | Sodium: 150mg | Potassium: 200mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 25g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Calcium: 150mg | Iron: 1mg

Keywords

Butter Pecan, Ice Cream
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