Brown Butter Ice Cream
Experience the heavenly delight of homemade Brown Butter Ice Cream. This rich and creamy dessert features a unique flavor profile that intertwines nutty caramel notes with a silky smooth texture. Perfect for summer gatherings or cozy nights in, this ice cream is sure to impress your guests with its stunning golden hue and exquisite taste.
- Author: Jennifer
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Churning
- Cuisine: American
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 6 egg yolks
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
- In a saucepan, melt unsalted butter over medium heat, stirring frequently until it turns golden brown and develops a nutty aroma. Allow it to cool slightly.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together granulated sugar and egg yolks until pale and creamy. Gradually add heavy cream and whole milk while whisking until well combined.
- Stir in the cooled browned butter, vanilla extract, and salt into the milk mixture.
- Pour the mixture back into the saucepan over low heat, stirring constantly for about 10 minutes until thickened enough to coat the back of a spoon.
- Let the custard base cool at room temperature, then cover with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Once chilled, churn the mixture in an ice cream maker according to manufacturer instructions (about 20-25 minutes).
- Transfer the ice cream to an airtight container and freeze for at least 4 hours before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (120g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 180mg
Keywords: For added variation, consider mixing in chocolate chips or swirls of caramel for extra indulgence. Store your Brown Butter Ice Cream in an airtight container to maintain its creamy texture; let sit at room temperature for about 10 minutes before scooping if needed.