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Creamy No-Churn Salted Caramel Pretzel Ice Cream

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A quick and easy no-churn ice cream featuring creamy texture, homemade salted caramel swirls, and crunchy salty pretzels for a perfect sweet and salty dessert.

Ingredients

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  • 1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk
  • 2 cups heavy whipping cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of sea salt
  • 1 cup granulated sugar (for homemade caramel)
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter (for homemade caramel)
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream (for homemade caramel)
  • 1 teaspoon flaky sea salt (for homemade caramel)
  • Crunchy salted pretzels, broken into bite-sized pieces

Instructions

  1. Whip 2 cups of heavy whipping cream in a large chilled bowl using an electric mixer on medium-high speed until soft peaks form, about 3-5 minutes.
  2. In a separate bowl, combine sweetened condensed milk, vanilla extract, and a pinch of sea salt. Stir gently to blend.
  3. Fold the whipped cream carefully into the condensed milk mixture using a spatula, preserving the airy texture.
  4. To make homemade salted caramel, melt granulated sugar over medium heat in a heavy pan, swirling gently without stirring until it turns deep amber.
  5. Remove from heat, add unsalted butter and stir until melted, then slowly whisk in heavy cream until smooth. Stir in flaky sea salt and let cool slightly.
  6. Pour half of the ice cream base into a loaf pan or airtight container. Drizzle half of the salted caramel sauce over the top and sprinkle with broken pretzel pieces.
  7. Add the remaining ice cream mixture, then repeat the caramel and pretzel layering, swirling gently with a knife or spatula to create ribbons of caramel.
  8. Cover tightly and freeze for at least 6 hours or overnight until firm.
  9. Before serving, let the ice cream sit at room temperature for 5 minutes for easier scooping. Garnish with extra pretzels or caramel if desired.

Notes

If caramel hardens too much in the freezer, warm it slightly before swirling to keep it soft and gooey. Break pretzels into uneven chunks for better texture. Fold whipped cream gently to avoid deflating air bubbles. Use flaky sea salt for best flavor.

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