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February 19, 2025

This bourbon butter pecan ice cream is so cozy yet perfect for summer! Flavored with brown sugar and vanilla, this ice cream is smooth, creamy, and just a tad boozy.

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Bourbon Butter Pecan Ice Cream

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Instructions

To Make The Buttered Pecans

Melt the butter in a sauté pan over medium heat. Add the pecans and cook, stirring frequently, until toasty, about 4-5 minutes. Scrape the pecans onto a plate and let them cool completely.

To Make The Ice Cream

Pour the brown sugar, salt, and half-and-half into a small saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, just until the mixture is warm and the sugar has dissolved completely, 2-3 minutes. Don't let it come to a simmer.

Remove the saucepan from the heat and pour the mixture into a heatproof bowl. Stir in the heavy whipping cream, vanilla extract, and bourbon. Cover and refrigerate until chilled, 30-60 minutes.

When you’re ready to churn the ice cream, give it a good stir. Add to the ice cream maker and churn according to manufacturer’s directions. Stir in the buttered pecans and churn for just a couple of minutes to mix everything together.

Pour the finished ice cream into an airtight container and freeze until you’re ready to eat the ice cream. I like to let the ice cream freeze for at least an hour, but it’s not necessary. Drizzle with caramel sauce or butterscotch, if desired. Enjoy!

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

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Bourbon Infusion Magic 🥃
Chill your bourbon before adding to the ice cream base to prevent curdling and ensure smooth incorporation of alcohol.
Toasting Pecans Perfectly 🥜
Always toast pecans before adding to the ice cream to intensify their nutty flavor and provide a satisfying crunch.
Custard Consistency Trick 🍨
Use the back-of-spoon test when making the custard base - if it coats the spoon and you can draw a line through it, your custard is perfectly thickened.
Fat Content Secret 🥛
Use a mix of heavy cream and whole milk for the richest, most luxurious ice cream texture with perfect scoopability.
Churning Technique Mastery 🌪️
Freeze your ice cream maker's bowl for at least 24 hours before churning to ensure the coldest, most efficient freezing process.