No-Cook, Homemade Butter Pecan Ice Cream Recipe

No-Cook, Homemade Butter Pecan Ice Cream Recipe
  • PREP TIME
    15 mins
  • COOK TIME
    15 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    3 hrs 30 mins
  • SERVING
    16 People
  • VIEWS
    10

Indulge in the creamy decadence of homemade butter pecan ice cream without the fuss of cooking! This simple, egg-free recipe delivers a rich, buttery, and nutty delight, perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings any time of year.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    41 g
  • Cholesterol
    59 mg
  • Fiber
    3 g
  • Protein
    10 g
  • Saturated Fat
    12 g
  • Sodium
    284 mg
  • Sugar
    37 g
  • Fat
    37 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step

In a large bowl, whisk together the sweetened condensed milk, whole milk, evaporated milk, heavy cream, sugar, molasses, and vanilla extract. Be gentle to avoid creating excessive foam. (Prep time: 5 minutes)

02

Step

Cover the bowl and refrigerate the mixture for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. (Chill time: 30 minutes)

03

Step

Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). (Prep time: 5 minutes)

04

Step

In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium-low heat. Stir in the salt until it is fully dissolved. (Prep time: 2 minutes)

05

Step

Add the pecans to the melted butter mixture, ensuring they are evenly coated. Spread the buttered pecans in a single layer on a baking sheet. (Prep time: 3 minutes)

06

Step

Bake in the preheated oven for 6 minutes. Flip the pecans and continue baking until they are toasted and fragrant, approximately 6 minutes more. (Bake time: 12 minutes)

07

Step

Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the pecans cool until they are easy to handle. Coarsely chop the cooled pecans. (Cooling time: 15 minutes)

08

Step

Set aside 1 1/2 cups of the buttered pecans for the ice cream. Reserve the remaining pecans for another delightful use. (Prep time: 2 minutes)

09

Step

Pour the chilled cream mixture into your ice cream maker and freeze according to the manufacturer's instructions until the ice cream reaches a semi-solid consistency. (Churn time: 30 minutes)

10

Step

Transfer the semi-frozen ice cream to an airtight container. Gently fold in the reserved 1 1/2 cups of buttered pecans. (Prep time: 5 minutes)

11

Step

Cover the ice cream with plastic wrap, pressing it directly onto the surface to prevent ice crystals from forming. Seal the container with a lid. Freeze the ice cream until it is solid, at least 2 hours. (Freeze time: 2 hours+)

For an even richer flavor, use brown butter instead of regular melted butter for the pecans. Simply cook the butter over medium heat until it turns a nutty brown color, being careful not to burn it.
Feel free to adjust the amount of molasses to your liking. A little more will deepen the flavor, while a little less will keep it milder.
If you don't have an ice cream maker, you can still make this recipe! Pour the cream mixture into a freezer-safe container and freeze for 2-3 hours, stirring every 30 minutes to break up ice crystals. Fold in the pecans during the last stir.

Ara Witting

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.7/ 5 ( 3 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (10)
  • Bernita Brown

    I love that this recipe doesn't require cooking a custard. It's so much faster and easier.

  • Jasmin Gislason

    I made this for a party, and everyone raved about it. It's a definite crowd-pleaser.

  • Frederique Kulas

    I tried it with maple extract, and it was incredible! Thanks for the great recipe!

  • Jamie Prosacco

    The toasted pecans make all the difference. I might even add a little extra next time!

  • Victoria Mosciski

    Super simple and tastes fantastic!

  • Betty Corwin

    Easy to follow instructions and a delicious result. What more could you ask for?

  • Malinda Schaden

    My family devoured this ice cream in one sitting. Will definitely be making it again.

  • Melissa Bernier

    This ice cream is amazing! So easy to make, and the butter pecan flavor is perfect.

  • Laron Prohaska

    The plastic wrap tip is genius! My ice cream came out so creamy and smooth.

  • Cathryn Stiedemannprosacco

    I didn't have evaporated milk, so I used more whole milk and it still turned out great!

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