Pumpkin Spice Ice Cream with Walnuts
Pumpkin Spice Ice Cream with Walnuts is the ultimate autumn treat that combines the warm flavors of pumpkin spice with creamy ice cream and crunchy walnuts. This easy-to-make dessert is not only delicious but also perfect for chilly evenings and festive gatherings. With its beautiful orange hue and delightful texture, it’s sure to impress your guests and become a seasonal favorite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 53 minute
- Yield: Approximately 6 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Churning
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tsp pumpkin pie spice
- 1/2 cup toasted walnuts, chopped
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together heavy cream, whole milk, granulated sugar, brown sugar, pumpkin puree, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Stir in pumpkin pie spice until well combined, then fold in the chopped walnuts.
- Cover the mixture with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least two hours or overnight.
- Pour the chilled mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to manufacturer instructions (about 20-25 minutes).
- Transfer to an airtight container and freeze for a minimum of four hours until firm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (120g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Toast walnuts before adding them for maximum flavor. Customize by adding chocolate chips or caramel swirls. If you don’t have an ice cream maker, freeze the mixture in a shallow dish, stirring every 30 minutes until firm.