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Homemade Salted Caramel Ice Cream

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If you want a dessert that’s sweet, salty, creamy, and bursting with flavour, this homemade salted caramel ice cream is just what you need. This recipe combines the decadence of salted caramel with the creamy withiness of homemade ice cream, and the beauty of it? You can make it at home without an ice cream maker.

This fool proof recipe is great for impressing guests or just treating yourself to something decadent. Here is everything you need to know to make your own homemade salted caramel ice cream.

What Is Special About Homemade Salted Caramel Ice Cream?

Salted caramel ice cream is the best of both worlds. A hit of sea salt accents the buttery sweetness of the caramel, creating a flavor balance that’s utterly irresistible. It is rich, creamy, perfectly customizable, and the greatest dessert for any occasion.

 

Keep reading for everything you need to know — from ingredients and method to serving ideas and FAQs.

  • Total Time: 7.5 hours (Approximately) including (Freezing): 6-8 hours
  • Yield: 300-350 1x

Ingredients

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For the Caramel:

  1. 1 cup granulated sugar 
  2. 6 tbsp unsalted butter (cut into pieces) 
  3. ½ cup heavy cream (room temperature) 
  4. 1 tsp pure vanilla extract 
  5. ½ tsp sea salt 

For the Ice Cream Base:

  1. 2 cups heavy whipping cream (well-chilled) 
  2. 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk 
  3. 1 tsp pure vanilla extract 
  4. ¾ of the salted caramel (reserve ¼ for swirling!) 

Optional Garnishes:

 

  • Extra sea salt flakes for sprinkling
  • Caramel drizzle 
  • Crushed nuts or chocolate chips 

Instructions

Step one: Make the salted caramel

Step 2: Prepare the Ice Cream Base

Step 3: Assemble and Freeze

Voila — your salted caramel ice cream is homemade and ready to scoop and indulge!

How to Serve Salted Caramel Ice Cream.

Simple Serving Ideas:

Make It Your Own

The beauty of this recipe is that it is flexible. Whether you want to add a swirl of coffee, a crumbly pretzel topping or fold in some chocolate chunks, the sky’s the limit. Feel free to play, get creative and customize this recipe to your liking!

But when you make your own salted caramel ice cream, you’re not only enjoying a wonderful dessert: You’re concocting a little bit of magic at home

Notes

Pro Tip: For ultra-smooth scoops, leave ice cream out of the freezer for 5 to 10 minutes before serving.

  • Author: Susan M
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes (Caramel)
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No Churn
  • Cuisine: International
  • Diet: Vegetarian