This luxurious Caramel-Vanilla Ice Cream combines the deep, toasty notes of baked sweetened condensed milk with a rich, egg-based custard. The result is a dessert that is incredibly smooth, intensely flavorful, and far superior to store-bought varieties. The caramelization process transforms the milk into a golden, fudgy base that blends perfectly with half-and-half and whipping cream. It’s an elegant yet comforting treat for summer gatherings or special celebrations. While it requires some hands-on time and a freezer, the effort pays off in every spoonful of creamy, vanilla-kissed indulgence.
Caramel-Vanilla Ice Cream
Description
This luxurious Caramel-Vanilla Ice Cream combines the deep, toasty notes of baked sweetened condensed milk with a rich, egg-based custard. The result is a dessert that is incredibly smooth, intensely flavorful, and far superior to store-bought varieties. The caramelization process transforms the milk into a golden, fudgy base that blends perfectly with half-and-half and whipping cream. It&# 226;ÂÂs an elegant yet comforting treat for summer gatherings or special celebrations. While it requires some hands-on time and a freezer, the effort pays off in every spoonful of creamy, vanilla-kissed indulgence.Ingredients
Directions
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Preheat oven to 425ðF (220ðC).
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Pour one can of sweetened condensed milk into each of two 8-inch pie plates.
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Cover each pie plate tightly with aluminum foil.
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Place the pie plates inside larger shallow roasting pans.
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Pour hot water into the roasting pans until the water reaches a depth of about 1/4 inch (a water bath).
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Bake for 1 hour and 20 minutes, checking occasionally and adding hot water to the baths as needed to maintain the level.
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The condensed milk is done when it is thick and deep caramel in color.
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Remove the pie plates from the oven and let the caramelized milk cool completely to room temperature.
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While the milk cools, beat the eggs in a large bowl using an electric mixer on medium speed until they are thick and lemon-colored.
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Gradually add the sugar to the eggs, beating continuously until the mixture is light and fluffy.
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Slowly pour the cooled caramelized condensed milk into the egg mixture, beating constantly to incorporate.
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Add the half-and-half and whipping cream, beating until the mixture is smooth and well blended.
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Pour this mixture into the freezer can of an ice cream maker.
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Add the 4 cups of whole milk to the freezer can, stirring gently to combine.
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Churn the ice cream according to the manufacturer's instructions until it reaches a soft-serve consistency.
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Transfer the ice cream to an airtight container and place in the freezer to ripen for at least 1 hour before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 12
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 345.5kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 36.0g56%
- Saturated Fat 4.5g23%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 0.0mg0%
- Total Carbohydrate 7.0g3%
- Dietary Fiber 4.8g20%
- Sugars 2.0g
- Protein 4.6g10%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.