Nut-Free Salted Caramel Crunch Ice Cream

Indulge in the ultimate homemade dessert with this Nut-Free Salted Caramel Crunch Ice Cream, a creamy and luxurious treat that balances the rich sweetness of homemade caramel with a subtle salty kick. Perfect for those who love decadent flavors without the worry of nuts, this ice cream features a velvety custard base, swirled with ribbons of buttery salted caramel and studded with crunchy crushed graham crackers for an irresistible texture. With straightforward techniques like tempering eggs and creating your own caramel sauce, this recipe makes the process as rewarding as the results. Whether you're serving it at a summer gathering or enjoying a cozy night in, this dessert is guaranteed to be a show-stopping favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 39/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups heavy cream
• 1 cup whole milk
• 0.75 cup granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 0.25 teaspoon table salt
• 5 large egg yolks
• 0.5 cup granulated sugar for caramel
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 0.5 cup heavy cream for caramel
• 0.5 teaspoon fine sea salt
• 1 cup crushed graham crackers

Directions

Step 1

In a medium saucepan, combine the heavy cream, whole milk, and 0.75 cup granulated sugar. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar dissolves completely and the mixture just begins to simmer.

Step 2

In a mixing bowl, whisk together the egg yolks and salt. Gradually whisk in 1/2 cup of the hot cream mixture into the egg yolks to temper them.

Step 3

Slowly pour the tempered egg yolks back into the saucepan with the remaining cream mixture, stirring constantly.

Step 4

Cook the mixture on low heat, stirring continuously, until it thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon (about 170°F), approximately 5–7 minutes.

Step 5

Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract. Strain the custard through a fine-mesh sieve into a clean bowl and let it cool to room temperature.

Step 6

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap, pressing it directly against the surface of the custard to prevent a skin from forming. Refrigerate for at least 3 hours or until thoroughly chilled.

Step 7

Meanwhile, make the salted caramel. In a medium saucepan, add 0.5 cup of sugar and place it over medium heat. Stir often until the sugar begins to melt and turns a deep amber color.

Step 8

Remove the pan from the heat and carefully stir in the butter until melted. Gradually add the 0.5 cup of heavy cream while stirring, being cautious as the mixture will bubble vigorously.

Step 9

Return the saucepan to low heat and stir until any hardened caramel is melted and the sauce is smooth, about 2-3 minutes. Stir in the fine sea salt and let cool to room temperature.

Step 10

Once the custard is fully chilled, churn it in an ice cream maker according to the manufacturer's instructions.

Step 11

As the ice cream reaches a soft-serve consistency, drizzle in the cooled salted caramel sauce to create swirls and then add the crushed graham crackers to fold them into the ice cream.

Step 12

Transfer the ice cream to an airtight container, smoothing the top with a spatula. Freeze for at least 4 hours, or until firm.

Step 13

Serve scoops of the nut-free salted caramel crunch ice cream as a delightful dessert.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1356.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4211.4

Total Fat 268.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 151.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.0g
Cholesterol 1631.6mg	0%
Sodium 2600.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 379.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.6g	0%
Total Sugars 309.0g
Protein 31.9g	0%

Vitamin D 203.3IU	0%
Calcium 562.1mg	0%
Iron 6.6mg	0%
Potassium 704.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 59.4%

Protein: 3.1%

Carbs: 37.4%