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Creamy No-Churn Salted Caramel Pretzel Ice Cream

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A quick and easy no-churn ice cream combining the salty crunch of pretzels with luscious salted caramel swirled throughout a creamy base. Perfect for summer gatherings and made without an ice cream machine.

Ingredients

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  • 1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk
  • 2 cups (480 ml) heavy whipping cream
  • 3/4 cup (180 ml) salted caramel sauce
  • 1 cup (100 g) crushed pretzels
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of sea salt
  • Optional: 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips or chunks
  • Optional: Chopped pecans or walnuts
  • Optional: Flaky sea salt for topping

Instructions

  1. Pour 2 cups of heavy whipping cream into a chilled bowl and beat on medium-high speed until soft peaks form, about 3 to 4 minutes.
  2. In a separate large bowl, combine 1 can (14 oz) of sweetened condensed milk with 1 teaspoon vanilla extract and a pinch of sea salt. Stir well.
  3. Gently fold the whipped cream into the sweetened condensed milk mixture in batches using a spatula to keep the mixture fluffy.
  4. Pour about 3/4 cup salted caramel sauce into the mixture and swirl lightly with a knife or spatula to create ribbons of caramel throughout.
  5. Fold in 1 cup crushed pretzels, reserving a few for topping. If using optional chocolate chips or nuts, fold them in now.
  6. Spoon the mixture into a 9×5 inch loaf pan or airtight container. Spread evenly and sprinkle reserved pretzels on top.
  7. Cover tightly with plastic wrap or lid and freeze for at least 6 hours or overnight until firm.
  8. Before serving, let sit at room temperature for about 5 minutes for easier scooping and creamier texture.

Notes

Chill your mixing bowl and beaters before whipping cream for faster results. Fold whipped cream gently to keep airiness. Warm caramel sauce slightly if too thick for easier swirling. Use a shallow container for quicker freezing and easier scooping. Let ice cream soften 5-10 minutes before serving for best texture.

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Keywords: no-churn ice cream, salted caramel, pretzel ice cream, easy dessert, summer dessert, no ice cream machine, creamy ice cream, homemade ice cream

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