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butter pecan ice cream

Butter Pecan Ice Cream Recipe (No-Churn, Extra Creamy & Easy)


  • Author: Clara Whisk
  • Total Time: 6 hours 25 minutes (including freeze time)
  • Yield: 6-8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A rich, creamy no-churn butter pecan ice cream with buttery toasted pecans, sweet vanilla flavor, and a velvety texture—made in minutes, no ice cream maker needed.


Ingredients

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  • 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk

  • 2 cups heavy cream (cold)

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

  • 1/2 teaspoon butter extract (optional)

  • 1 cup pecans, chopped

  • 2 tablespoons butter

  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar

  • Pinch of salt


Instructions

  • In a skillet, melt butter and toast chopped pecans with brown sugar and salt for 3–5 minutes. Let cool.

  • In a bowl, mix condensed milk, vanilla, and butter extract.

  • Whip cold heavy cream to stiff peaks in a separate bowl.

  • Fold whipped cream into the condensed milk mixture gently.

  • Stir in cooled pecans (reserve a few for topping).

  • Pour into a loaf pan, top with reserved pecans, cover, and freeze at least 6 hours or overnight.

Notes

  • Be sure pecans are fully cooled before mixing into the ice cream base.

  • For extra richness, drizzle with caramel or maple syrup before freezing.

  • Let ice cream sit at room temp for 5–10 minutes before scooping.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Churn / Freezer
  • Cuisine: American