Dessert | Vegetarian

Dulce De Leche Ice Cream

N/A (Processed food, dairy-based) Allergens: Milk, Soy, Tree Nuts
Dulce De Leche Ice Cream

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family N/A (Processed Dairy)
  • Primary Cuisine Latin American
  • Seasonality Year-Round
  • Source Milk, Sugar, Cream

The Forktionary Angle

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Definition

A frozen dessert made with cream, sugar, and milk, flavored with caramel-like dulce de leche, a Latin American confectionery.

Sensory Profile

TasteSweet, Caramelized, Creamy, Milky
TextureSmooth, Creamy, Cold, Viscous (when melting)
AromaCaramel, Milky, Vanilla
AcidityLow

Technical Metrics

Nutrition Facts

Per 2/3 cup (90g)
Calories220 kcal
Total Fat11 g
Saturated Fat7 g
Trans Fat0.5 g
Cholesterol40 mg
Protein4 g
Total Carbohydrate27 g
Dietary Fiber0 g
Total Sugars25 g
Calcium130 mg
Iron0.1 mg
Potassium170 mg

Chef’s Secret

For a gourmet sundae, warm a spoonful of dulce de leche slightly, then drizzle over the ice cream with a sprinkle of sea salt to enhance the caramel notes.

Substitutions

Best Match

Caramel Ice Cream

1:1

Provides a similar sweet, caramelized flavor profile and creamy texture. Widely available.

Vanilla Ice Cream with Dulce de Leche Swirl

1:1

Offers the foundational vanilla with the distinct dulce de leche flavor; assemble yourself.

Butter Pecan Ice Cream

1:1

For a rich, nutty, and sweet profile, though different from caramel. Good for texture contrast.

Salted Caramel Gelato

1:1

A denser, more intense caramel flavor with a smoother mouthfeel and slightly less fat.

Buying Guide

Check ingredient list for real dairy and dulce de leche. Look for brands with lower overrun for a denser, richer product.

Flavor Pairings

Bananas Chocolate Nuts Espresso Berries Toffee Whiskey.