Description
Indulge in the creamy delight of homemade Apple Ice Cream, a nostalgic dessert that captures the essence of autumn with every scoop. This easy-to-make treat combines fresh apples, warm cinnamon, and sweet raisins, creating a rich flavor profile that’s perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights in. Enhanced with crunchy pecans, this ice cream not only satisfies your sweet tooth but also adds a refreshing finish to any meal. Whether served on its own or as an exciting topping for pies or pancakes, this delightful recipe is sure to impress all your guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ¼ cup heavy cream
- 1 ¼ cup full-fat milk
- 2 tablespoons honey
- ½ cup sugar
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 3 large apples, peeled, cored, and diced
- 3 tablespoons water
- 3 tablespoons sugar (for compote)
- ¼ cup raisins
- ¾ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ cup chopped pecans (or walnuts)
- Waffle cones (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare your ice cream maker by freezing the bowl for at least 16 hours.
- In a small bowl, mix sugar and cornstarch; set aside.
- In a large saucepan, combine milk, heavy cream, and honey. Heat gently until simmering. Whisk in the sugar-cornstarch mixture and cook for about 3 minutes until slightly thickened. Remove from heat and cool at room temperature before refrigerating for at least six hours.
- In a small saucepan, combine apples, sugar, water, cinnamon, and raisins. Cook over low heat for approximately 45 minutes until soft; cool before refrigerating.
- Once chilled, churn the apple ice cream mixture in your ice cream maker according to its instructions (20 to 30 minutes).
- Transfer to a freezer-safe container and freeze for several hours before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Churning
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ½ cup (125g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 34g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg