Pralines and Cream Ice Cream Recipe

Name: Pralines and Cream Ice Cream
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup sugar; 1 cup brown sugar firmly packed; 3/4 cup buttermilk; 2 cups pecans chopped; ⅛ teaspoon salt; 2 tablespoons butter or margarine; 1/2 teaspoon baking soda; 1 1/2 tablespoons vanilla extract; 2 1/4 cups sugar; ⅓ cup flour, all-purpose; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 3 large eggs beaten; 5 cups milk whole; 1 quart heavy whipping cream; 1 1/2 tablespoons vanilla extract

Servings: persons

1 cup sugar
1 cup brown sugar firmly packed
3/4 cup buttermilk
2 cups pecans chopped
⅛ teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons butter or margarine
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 1/2 tablespoons vanilla extract
2 1/4 cups sugar
⅓ cup flour, all-purpose
1/4 teaspoon salt
3 large eggs beaten
5 cups milk whole
1 quart heavy whipping cream
1 1/2 tablespoons vanilla extract

1
Combine first five ingredients in a large, heavy saucepan.
2
Cook over low heat, stirring gently, until sugar is dissolved.
3
Cover and cook over medium heat for 2 to 3 minutes to clear sugar crystals from sides of the pan.
4
Uncover and cook to soft ball stirring constantly.
5
Remove from heat and stir in soda and vanilla.
6
Add butter and beat with a wooden spoon until mixture begins to thicken.
7
Working quickly, drop by tablespoons onto buttered wax paper.
8
Crumble coarsely and measure out 1 1/2 cup of the crumblies for this ice cream.
9
Combine sugar, flour, and salt in a Dutch oven.
10
Add eggs, and stir until smooth.
11
Stir in milk and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly.
12
Remove from heat and let cool slightly; Chill for 3 hours.
13
Combine whipping cream and vanilla in a large bowl and whisk in chilled custard.
14
Pour into freezer container of a 1 gallon ice cream freezer.
15
Freeze according to manufacturer's instructions.
16
Remove dasher and fold in 1 1/2 cups crumbled pralines.
17
Let ripen for 1 hour before serving.

2019

kcal

Calories

105

Fat

250

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.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup sugar, 1 cup brown sugar firmly packed, 3/4 cup buttermilk, 2 cups pecans chopped, and more.

Yes, Pralines and Cream 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.

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Pralines and Cream Ice Cream

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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