Ultimate Butter Pecan Ice Cream Recipe

Indulge in this dreamy, semi-low calorie Butter Pecan Ice Cream! I've combined the creamy goodness of vanilla with crunchy, buttery pecans for a guilt-free dessert that's surprisingly easy to make. This recipe requires an ice cream maker for that perfectly smooth, dreamy texture. Get ready for a flavor explosion!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 241.1 kcal
Protein 4g
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Ingredients for Ultimate Butter Pecan Ice Cream

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How to Make Ultimate Butter Pecan Ice Cream

  1. In a large measuring cup, whisk together 2 cups heavy cream, 1 cup whole milk, 1 cup Splenda, ½ cup granulated sugar, and 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract. Stir for 1-2 minutes until the sugar is completely dissolved.
  2. Turn on your ice cream maker according to the manufacturer's instructions.
  3. Slowly pour the cream mixture into the ice cream maker.
  4. Churn for 20-25 minutes, or until the ice cream begins to thicken.
  5. While the ice cream is churning, prepare the pecans: Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a small skillet over medium heat.
  6. Add ½ cup pecan halves and a pinch of salt to the melted butter.
  7. Stir well and sauté for 1-2 minutes, until the pecans are fragrant, toasted, and coated in butter. Remove from heat and set aside to cool slightly.
  8. Once the ice cream is almost finished churning (about 20-25 minutes), add the cooled pecan mixture to the ice cream maker.
  9. Continue churning for an additional 5 minutes to incorporate the pecans evenly.
  10. Carefully transfer the ice cream to an airtight container.
  11. Freeze for at least 2 hours, or until firm. Enjoy your homemade ice cream in a sugar cone, bowl, or your favorite dessert vessel!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

4 g

Sugar

30g

Fat

47g

Carbs

3g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Ultimate Butter Pecan Ice Cream?

Ultimate Butter Pecan Ice Cream takes about 50 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 30 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Ultimate Butter Pecan Ice Cream?

Ultimate Butter Pecan Ice Cream has approximately 241.1 calories per serving, with about 4 g protein, 3 g carbohydrates and 34 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Ultimate Butter Pecan Ice Cream?

The key ingredients for Ultimate Butter Pecan Ice Cream are Heavy Cream, 2% Low Fat Milk, Splenda Sugar Substitute, Sugar, Vanilla Extract, Light Butter. See the full list with measurements above.

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