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Creamy No-Churn Salted Caramel Swirl Ice Cream

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A fuss-free, rich, and velvety no-churn ice cream featuring a perfect balance of sweet and savory salted caramel swirls. Easy to make without an ice cream maker and ready in under 6 hours of freezing.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups (480 ml) heavy cream (at least 36% fat)
  • 1 can (14 oz / 397 g) sweetened condensed milk
  • 3/4 cup (180 ml) salted caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt (Himalayan or fleur de sel recommended)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Optional: 1/2 cup (60 g) chopped nuts like pecans or walnuts
  • Optional: 1 tablespoon bourbon or rum

Instructions

  1. Chill your mixing bowl and beaters in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes before starting.
  2. Pour 2 cups (480 ml) of heavy cream into the chilled bowl. Using an electric mixer, beat on medium-high speed until soft peaks form, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Gently fold in the entire 14 oz (397 g) can of sweetened condensed milk and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract with a spatula, keeping the mixture light and airy.
  4. If using store-bought caramel, stir it and mix in 1/2 teaspoon of sea salt. If homemade, ensure it is cooled but still pourable.
  5. Pour half of the cream mixture into a loaf pan or freezer-safe container. Drizzle half of the salted caramel sauce over the top in ribbons and gently swirl with a knife or skewer without overmixing.
  6. Repeat layering with the remaining cream mixture and caramel, swirling lightly again for a marbled effect.
  7. Cover the container tightly with a lid or plastic wrap and freeze for at least 6 hours, ideally overnight, until firm.
  8. Before serving, take the ice cream out 5-10 minutes to soften slightly for easier scooping.

Notes

Chill your mixing bowl and beaters before whipping cream for better texture. Use thick caramel sauce to maintain swirl shape. Avoid overmixing to keep the ice cream light and airy. Let ice cream soften 5-10 minutes before serving for best scoopability. Optional additions include nuts or a splash of bourbon/rum. For dairy-free, substitute coconut cream and vegan condensed milk alternative.

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