Maple Walnut Ice Cream

This luxurious Maple Walnut Ice Cream is the ultimate autumn comfort dessert, blending the deep, caramel-like sweetness of real maple syrup with the earthy crunch of toasted walnuts. The base is incredibly simple yet decadent, relying on high-quality heavy cream to deliver a velvety, smooth texture that melts perfectly on the tongue. Unlike overly sweet commercial ice creams, this recipe highlights the nuanced flavor of pure maple, making it sophisticated enough for dinner parties yet cozy enough for a weeknight treat. It pairs beautifully with warm apple pie, fresh berries, or simply on its own. The addition of chopped walnuts adds a satisfying textural contrast, ensuring every scoop is both creamy and crunchy. Perfect for celebrating the harvest season, this no-churn-style custard-free recipe is a favorite among maple lovers and walnut enthusiasts alike.

Cuisine: Global

Courses: Desserts

Difficulty: Intermediate

Servings: 6

Calories: 1711.2

Dietary: Gluten-free, Vegetarian

Description

This luxurious Maple Walnut Ice Cream is the ultimate autumn comfort dessert, blending the deep, caramel-like sweetness of real maple syrup with the earthy crunch of toasted walnuts. The base is incredibly simple yet decadent, relying on high-quality heavy cream to deliver a velvety, smooth texture that melts perfectly on the tongue. Unlike overly sweet commercial ice creams, this recipe highlights the nuanced flavor of pure maple, making it sophisticated enough for dinner parties yet cozy enough for a weeknight treat. It pairs beautifully with warm apple pie, fresh berries, or simply on its own. The addition of chopped walnuts adds a satisfying textural contrast, ensuring every scoop is both creamy and crunchy. Perfect for celebrating the harvest season, this no-churn-style custard-free recipe is a favorite among maple lovers and walnut enthusiasts alike.

Ingredients

1 quart Cream
1/2 cup Granulated maple sugar
1/4 cup Maple syrup
1 Pinch of salt
1/2 cup Chopped walnuts
1/2 cup Chopped hard maple sugar

Directions

1
Heat the heavy cream in a saucepan over medium heat until it just begins to simmer; do not boil.
2
Remove the cream from heat and stir in the granulated maple sugar, maple syrup, and salt until completely dissolved.
3
Transfer the mixture to a glass container and refrigerate, covered, for at least 4 hours or overnight until thoroughly chilled.
4
Pour the chilled cream mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions.
5
During the last 2 minutes of churning, add the chopped walnuts and chopped hard maple sugar.
6
Transfer the churned ice cream to an airtight container and freeze for at least 4 hours until firm enough to serve.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 1711.2kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 141.2g218%
Saturated Fat 72.8g364%
Cholesterol 352.0mg118%
Sodium 130041.2mg5419%
Total Carbohydrate 106.9g36%
Dietary Fiber 2.7g11%
Sugars 102.4g
Protein 12.8g26%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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