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Creamy No-Churn Salted Caramel Ice Cream

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A rich and creamy no-churn salted caramel ice cream recipe that captures the perfect balance of sweet and salty with homemade caramel ribbons. Easy to make without an ice cream maker and perfect for summer gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 (14 oz / 396 g) can sweetened condensed milk
  • 2 cups (480 ml) heavy whipping cream, chilled
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar
  • 6 tablespoons (90 g) unsalted butter, room temperature
  • 1/2 cup (120 ml) heavy cream, warmed
  • 1 teaspoon flaky sea salt (Maldon or fleur de sel preferred)
  • Optional: chopped toasted pecans or walnuts
  • Optional: chocolate chips or swirls

Instructions

  1. Make the Salted Caramel Sauce: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, pour in the sugar and let it melt without stirring until golden amber (about 7-9 minutes). Quickly whisk in the butter pieces until smooth. Slowly drizzle in the warmed heavy cream while stirring continuously until combined. Remove from heat and stir in flaky sea salt. Let cool to room temperature, stirring occasionally.
  2. Prepare the Ice Cream Base: In a large bowl, whisk together sweetened condensed milk and vanilla extract. In a separate chilled bowl, whip the heavy cream with an electric mixer until stiff peaks form (3-5 minutes).
  3. Combine Base and Caramel: Gently fold the whipped cream into the condensed milk mixture in three additions to keep it airy. Swirl in the salted caramel sauce in ribbons without fully mixing.
  4. Freeze: Transfer mixture to a loaf pan or airtight container. Cover tightly and freeze for at least 6 hours or overnight until firm but scoopable. If desired, fold in nuts or chocolate chips before freezing or sprinkle on top.
  5. Serve: Let ice cream sit at room temperature for 5 minutes before scooping for best texture.

Notes

Chill bowls before whipping cream to achieve stiff peaks. Fold whipped cream gently to maintain airy texture. Use flaky sea salt for best flavor contrast. Caramel sauce can be made a day ahead and warmed before use. If caramel hardens in freezer, soften with a quick microwave zap (10 seconds).

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