Caramel ice cream

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Caramel ice cream
45 min.
6
481kcal
100%sweetness
29.37%saltiness
6%sourness
10.36%bitterness
14.48%savoriness
72.44%fattiness
0%spiciness

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This caramel ice cream recipe is a sweet and indulgent treat that's perfect for satisfying your sugar cravings. With a rich, creamy texture and a deep caramel flavor, it's a dessert that's sure to impress. The best part? It's easy to make at home with just a few simple ingredients. The key to this recipe is creating a perfect caramel sauce. By heating sugar and water, you'll achieve a dark brown, flavorful caramel that serves as the base for your ice cream. This sauce is then combined with a creamy mixture of eggs, cream, and vanilla, resulting in a decadent custard base. After chilling and churning, you'll be left with a smooth and delicious ice cream that's perfect for scooping into cones or bowls. This recipe also allows for customization. Feel free to add mix-ins like chocolate chips, nuts, or even a pinch of sea salt to enhance the flavor. Whether you enjoy it on its own or as an accompaniment to other desserts, this caramel ice cream is sure to become a favorite. So, get ready to indulge your sweet tooth and impress your family and friends with this homemade treat!

Ingredients

  •  eggs 
  • cups cup heavy whipping cream 
  • 0.5 cup powdered sugar 
  • pinch salt 
  • cup sugar 
  • tsp vanilla extract 
  • cup water hot

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • ice cream machine

Directions

  1. Heat sugar and cup water for 5 minutes in a big skillet on medium high heat until the sugar melts and boils, stirring occasionally.Boil for about 5 minutes until the mixture becomes dark brown in colour; remove from heat.Gradually stir in remaining cup water. Cool to room temperature and set aside.Beat eggs for 3 minutes in a medium bowl until thick and light yellow; gradually beat in powdered sugar.Stir in cream, salt and vanilla.
  2. Add caramel mixture, gently stir until smooth.Cover and chill for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  3. Pour the mixture into an ice cream machine and churn until frozen.
  4. Transfer to plastic container and place in the freezer for an hour before serving.Serving: take it out for 5-10 minutes before serving, or longer, so it comes to the right scooping temperature.Easy suggestion: ice cream is best served in chilled glass or porcelain bowls. Scoop it with a hot, but dry, ice-cream spoon (soak it in boiling water, then wipe dry).

Nutrition Facts

Calories481kcal
Protein4.85%
Fat57.86%
Carbs37.29%

Properties

Glycemic Index
11.68
Glycemic Load
23.27
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
6.0482608695652%

Taste

Sweetness:
100%
Saltiness:
29.37%
Sourness:
6%
Bitterness:
10.36%
Savoriness:
14.48%
Fattiness:
72.44%
Spiciness:
0%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:480.93kcal
24.05%
Fat:31.54g
48.52%
Saturated Fat:19.16g
119.78%
Carbohydrates:45.73g
15.24%
Net Carbohydrates:45.73g
16.63%
Sugar:45.56g
50.62%
Cholesterol:198.77mg
66.26%
Sodium:72.1mg
3.13%
Alcohol:0.24g
1.34%
Protein:5.95g
11.9%
Vitamin A:1324.6IU
26.49%
Vitamin B2:0.29mg
17.18%
Selenium:11.65µg
16.64%
Vitamin D:1.86µg
12.37%
Phosphorus:104.14mg
10.41%
Calcium:70.48mg
7.05%
Vitamin E:1.04mg
6.92%
Vitamin B5:0.65mg
6.52%
Vitamin B12:0.39µg
6.47%
Folate:16.96µg
4.24%
Vitamin B6:0.08mg
3.89%
Zinc:0.58mg
3.85%
Iron:0.62mg
3.42%
Potassium:117.75mg
3.36%
Vitamin K:2.63µg
2.5%
Magnesium:9.55mg
2.39%
Copper:0.04mg
1.98%
Vitamin B1:0.03mg
1.85%
Source:Foodista