Rich As Croesus Praline Ice Cream Dessert

Indulge in pure decadence with the Rich As Croesus Praline Ice Cream Dessert, a show-stopping treat that combines velvety vanilla ice cream with a luscious homemade praline sauce and crunchy caramelized pecans. This dessert is the epitome of luxury, featuring layers of rich flavors from toasted nuts, buttery brown sugar, and a touch of sea salt to balance the sweetness. With just 20 minutes of prep and a few easy steps, this frozen delight is perfect for impressing guests or treating yourself to a little extravagance. Whether served as a centerpiece at a special gathering or a midweek indulgence, every bite of this praline ice cream loaf delivers the ultimate combination of creamy, crunchy, and caramelized perfection.

Nutriscore Rating: 39/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 quart vanilla ice cream
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 stick unsalted butter
• 1.5 cups heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1.5 cups pecan halves
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons corn syrup
• 0.5 teaspoon sea salt

Directions

Step 1

Let the vanilla ice cream soften slightly by leaving it out at room temperature for about 10 minutes. Line a 9x5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal, and spread the softened ice cream evenly into the pan. Cover and place in the freezer to re-firm, about 2 hours.

Step 2

To prepare the praline sauce, melt the unsalted butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Stir in the granulated sugar and brown sugar until combined and bubbling, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 3

Slowly whisk in 1 cup of the heavy cream, continuing to whisk until the sugar crystals dissolve and the mixture thickens slightly, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 4

Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract and a pinch of sea salt. Set aside to cool to room temperature.

Step 5

In a separate skillet, toast the pecan halves over medium heat for 3-5 minutes until fragrant, stirring frequently. Set aside to cool.

Step 6

Prepare a praline nut topping by combining the toasted pecans, corn syrup, and remaining 0.5 cups of heavy cream in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir until the nuts are coated and the mixture begins to caramelize, about 4-5 minutes. Spread the praline-coated pecans on a parchment-lined baking sheet to cool and harden.

Step 7

When ready to assemble, remove the ice cream loaf from the freezer and carefully lift it out using the parchment paper. Place it on a serving platter.

Step 8

Pour the praline sauce generously over the ice cream loaf, letting it cascade down the sides. Sprinkle the praline-coated pecans over the top for crunch and garnish.

Step 9

Slice the dessert into thick pieces and serve immediately for a truly indulgent experience.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1979.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6522.1

Total Fat 428.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 198.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 1005.3mg	0%
Sodium 2063.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 626.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.2g	0%
Total Sugars 567.7g
Protein 46.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1365.5mg	0%
Iron 5.2mg	0%
Potassium 2714.7mg	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: 58.9%

Protein: 2.8%

Carbs: 38.3%