Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of Homemade Carrot Cake Ice Cream—a creamy frozen treat that captures the essence of classic carrot cake. This unique recipe blends freshly grated carrots with warm spices and crunchy walnuts, creating a refreshing dessert perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a summer picnic or enjoying a cozy night in, this ice cream offers a delicious twist on a beloved favorite. With easy-to-follow steps and customizable options, you can tailor this indulgent treat to suit your taste buds. Serve it in a cone, topped with whipped cream, or blended into a milkshake for an extra special dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon ground ginger
- 2 cups finely grated carrots (about 3 medium carrots)
- ½ cup walnuts, chopped (optional)
- ½ cup raisins (optional)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together heavy cream, whole milk, sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger until well combined.
- Stir in grated carrots and mix-ins like walnuts and raisins if desired.
- Cover and refrigerate the mixture for at least 2 hours until chilled.
- Pour the chilled mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions until it reaches soft-serve consistency.
- Transfer to an airtight container and freeze for at least 4 hours until firm.
- Serve in bowls or cones and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Churning
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 65mg