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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 a perfect balance of salty-sweet homemade salted caramel and crunchy pretzels, delivering a creamy, dreamy dessert without the need for an ice cream maker.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups (470 ml) heavy whipping cream
  • 1 can (14 oz / 396 g) sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup (120 ml) salted caramel sauce (homemade or store-bought)
  • 1 cup (50 g) roughly crushed salted pretzels
  • Pinch of sea salt flakes

Instructions

  1. Chill your mixing bowl and beaters in the fridge for 15 minutes before starting.
  2. Whip the cold heavy cream in the chilled bowl on medium-high speed until soft peaks form, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. In a separate bowl, stir together the sweetened condensed milk and vanilla extract until combined.
  4. Gently fold the condensed milk mixture into the whipped cream using a spatula, taking care not to deflate the whipped cream, about 2-3 minutes.
  5. Pour half of the cream mixture into a loaf pan or airtight container.
  6. Drizzle half the salted caramel sauce over the cream mixture, then sprinkle half the crushed pretzels on top.
  7. Use a butter knife or skewer to gently swirl the caramel through the mixture without overmixing.
  8. Pour the remaining cream mixture on top, then repeat the caramel drizzle and pretzel sprinkle. Swirl lightly again for pretty layers.
  9. Cover tightly and freeze for at least 6 hours or overnight for best texture.
  10. Before serving, remove from freezer about 5-10 minutes ahead to soften slightly for easier scooping.
  11. Sprinkle a pinch of sea salt flakes on top for the finishing touch.

Notes

Chill your mixing bowl and beaters before whipping cream to help it whip faster. Avoid over-whipping the cream to prevent icy texture. Crush pretzels just before folding to keep them crunchy. Use a medium-thick caramel sauce for best swirling effect. Remove ice cream from freezer 5-10 minutes before serving to soften for easier scooping.

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