Cajun Sweet Potato Ice Cream Recipe

Name: Cajun Sweet Potato Ice Cream
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 1/2 cups heavy cream; 1 cup whole milk; 3/4 cup dark brown sugar; 5 egg yolks; 1 cup sweet potato puree, canned; 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg; 3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1 1/2 tablespoons dried rosemary; 1/4 cup pecans, lightly chopped

Servings: persons

1
Place cream, milk, and brown sugar in a medium saucepan that's set to low-medium heat. Stir until sugar has dissolved and the mixture is hot, but not boiling.
2
Whisk the egg yolks in a bowl. Continue whisking and slowly add in one cup of the hot mixture. Pour the mixture back into the saucepan, whisking constantly. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens enough that it coats the back of a spoon, about 6 minutes. Do not boil.
3
Pour the mixture back into the bowl and whisk in the sweet potato puree, nutmeg, cinnamon, cayenne pepper and rosemary. Cover and refrigerate until it has chilled about 2 - 3 hours.
4
Follow the manufacturer's directions for the ice cream maker to freeze.
5
Once the ice cream is ready to your liking , scoop into bowls and top with pecans.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 1/2 cups heavy cream, 1 cup whole milk, 3/4 cup dark brown sugar, 5 egg yolks, and more.

Yes, Cajun Sweet Potato Ice Cream falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep frozen in an airtight container for up to 1–2 months. Let it soften for a few minutes before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Cajun Sweet Potato Ice Cream

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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