Caramel Ice Cream Sundaes and Mixed Nut Brittle

Name: Caramel Ice Cream Sundaes and Mixed Nut Brittle
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 c. sugar; 1/4 c. water; 1/4 c. heavy or whipping cream; 4 tbsp. unsalted butter; 1 tsp. vanilla extract; Pinch of salt; 1 pt. dulce de leche ice cream; 1 pt. vanilla ice cream; 1 c. sugar; 1/2 c. light corn syrup; 1 tbsp. water; 1 c. mixed nuts; 1 tbsp. unsalted butter; 1 tsp. baking soda; 1 tsp. vanilla extract; 1/4 tsp. salt

Servings: persons

1 c. sugar
1/4 c. water
1/4 c. heavy or whipping cream
4 tbsp. unsalted butter
1 tsp. vanilla extract
Pinch of salt
1 pt. dulce de leche ice cream
1 pt. vanilla ice cream
1 c. sugar
1/2 c. light corn syrup
1 tbsp. water
1 c. mixed nuts
1 tbsp. unsalted butter
1 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. vanilla extract
1/4 tsp. salt

1
Caramel Sauce: In medium saucepan, stir sugar and water.
2
Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
3
Reduce heat to medium and cook, swirling pan occasionally, until syrup turns amber.
4
Remove pan from heat and carefully add heavy cream (mixture will sputter); stir to combine.
5
Return to heat and bring to a simmer, stirring to dissolve any hard bits of caramel.
6
Remove pan from heat and let cool 5 minutes.
7
Whisk in butter, vanilla, and salt.
8
Let sauce cool.
9
Mixed-Nut Brittle: Generously butter baking sheet.
10
In a large glass bowl, stir sugar, corn syrup, and water.
11
Microwave on high 5 minutes.
12
Stir in nuts; microwave on high 5 to 6 minutes longer, stirring every 2 minutes, until syrup turns golden.
13
Stir in butter, baking soda, vanilla, and salt until mixture is foamy.
14
Pour onto prepared baking sheet; spread until 1/4-inch thick.
15
Let cool.
16
Break into pieces.
17
Assembly: Scoop ice creams into sundae dishes.
18
Spoon caramel sauce over ice cream and garnish with Mixed-Nut Brittle.

833

kcal

Calories

Fat

131

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 c. sugar, 1/4 c. water, 1/4 c. heavy or whipping cream, 4 tbsp. unsalted butter, and more.

Yes, Caramel Ice Cream Sundaes and Mixed Nut Brittle 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.

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