Pecan Ice Cream

Vegan butter Pecan ice cream is a creamy, rich, and low-point recipe. Anybody searching for a silky and hearty dessert will love this ice cream. It is made with vegan butter, roasted pecans, and full-fat canned milk. This Vegan Butter Pecan Ice Cream has many benefits. Coconut milk is an excellent choice for people with dietary restrictions because it offers a thick texture without adding any dairy items. Vegan butter offers a rich and creamy flavor while pecans provide antioxidants and good fats.
Let’s prepare the homemade yummy ice cream with the guidelines (listed below).

STATS

• Course: Dessert
• Cuisine: American
• Diet: Gluten-free, Vegan, Dairy-free
• Total Time: Seven hours and twenty minutes
• Preparation Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: Five minutes
• Freezing time: Seven hrs

EQUIPMENT

• Nonstick pan
• Saucepan
• One small bowl
• Spoon
• Ice cream maker machine
• Ice cream molds

INGREDIENTS

For the ice cream base

• Two cups of full-fat canned coconut milk
• Maple syrup 3/4 cup
• Vanilla extract 1 tbsp
• 2 tbsp of vegan butter
• Cornstarch 2 tbsp
• Half a tsp of salt, add a hint of salt

For the buttered pecans

• Chopped pecans, one cup
• Two tbsp of vegan butter
• Brown sugar, two tbsp
• A pinch of salt

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Add vegan butter to a small nonstick pan.
2. Heat this butter just a few minutes or until it’s lightly melted.
3. Next, add chopped pecans to the butter.
4. Roast them for 4 to 6 minutes or until they are browned.
5. After that, set aside the pecans to cool.
6. Meanwhile, we will prepare the ice cream base.
7. Add maple syrup and full-fat canned coconut milk to a saucepan.
8. Stir the items and simmer them on a slow flame until a rich texture is formed.
9. At the same time, add two tablespoons of coconut milk and cornstarch to a small bowl.
10. Mix both items with a spoon to create a lump-free mixture.
11. After that, add this cornstarch slurry to the coconut milk.
12. Simmer all items for about 5 to 8 minutes.
13. Whisk constantly with a spoon during cooking.
14. After heating, switch off the stovetop.
15. Now, add melted vegan butter, vanilla extract, and salt to the saucepan.
16. Again, stir all items and set them aside to chill.
17. Then, shift this coconut milk mixture to the fridge for at least 2 to 4 hours.
18. After that, fill your ice cream machine with the cooled mixture and mix for the duration specified by the manufacturer. (which is about 20 to 30 mins)
19. When the ice cream is completely churned, top it with crushed pecans.
20. Again, transfer these molds to the freezer for at least 3 to 5 hours.
21. The chilled and tasty Butter Pecan Ice Cream is ready.

TOPPING IDEAS OF THE PECAN ICE CREAM

• Sprinkle over toasted pecans or crushed almonds for a crunchy texture.
• Drizzle salted caramel sauce or chocolate syrup over the ice cream.
• Incorporate vegan chocolate chips or chocolate chunks into the ice cream.
• You can add fruit slices for a healthy twist.
• Top the ice cream with crushed vegan cookies.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS

• Enjoy this nice cream with vegan whipped heavy cream.
• Pair it with vegan homemade caramel sauce or vegan oatmeal raisin cookies.
• Vegan apple crisp or chocolate brownies pair well with this ice cream.
• Serve it with vegan buttermilk pancakes or cinnamon baked pears.
• Accompany this ice cream with vegan chocolate lava cake or vegan almond biscotti.
• Vegan sweet potato pie or vegan date squares go well with this pecan ice cream.

TIPS

• Utilize raw or roasted pecans to prepare this ice cream.
• Choose a premium-quality vegan butter like Earth Balance.
• We will refrigerate the ice cream mixture before churning to make it more tasty and firm.
• Experiment with different extracts, mix-ins, and nuts.
• Use the right ratio of coconut milk and sweeteners.
• We will churn the ice cream until it reaches a soft-serve consistency.

Note:

• You can prepare this pecan ice cream without an ice cream machine. We will simply blend all items such as coconut milk, pecans, etc. Then, shift the mixture into the silicone molds and freeze them until they solidify.

STORAGE INFORMATION

Freezer:

• Save this pecan ice cream in a lidded mold and freeze it for thirty days.

FAQs

Can I prepare this pecan ice cream with other ingredients?

• Yes, you can add caramel swirls, chocolate chips, and sea salt.

Can I utilize different kinds of nuts instead of pecans?

• Yes, you can try different nuts such as almonds or walnuts. Every nut has a distinct taste and consistency.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION/SERVING

Total quantity: 9 scoops
Total Calories 163 kcal
Carbohydrates 23 g
Protein 4 g
Dietary Fiber 9 g
Total Fat 8 g
Sugar 13 g
Iron 2 mg