This thick, creamy ice cream is filled with caramel, apples, and plenty of cinnamon!
One of the best things about this ice cream, apart from it’s apple pie like flavor, is how ridiculously simple it is to put together. 
There’s no custard base, no ice cream maker, and honestly, really no effort involved in this process.
Plus, this ice cream is ultra creamy. It really doesn’t get any better than that.
If you’re still in the summer spirit, make my toasted marshmallow ice cream instead.
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Creamy Caramel Apple Ice Cream
- Total Time: 6 hours 25 minutes
- Yield: 1 quart 1x
Description
As we dive into fall, this ice cream is a treat while the weather is still warm, but with a touch of autumn flavors. Plus, no ice cream is maker needed.
Ingredients
- 2 medium apples, chopped
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1/4 cup (55 g) brown sugar
- 1 tbsp white sugar
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups (480 ml) heavy cream
- 1 14oz (395 g) can of sweetened condensed milk
Instructions
- Over medium-low heat, cook chopped apples, butter, brown sugar, white sugar, cinnamon, and vanilla extract until the apples have softened, about 6-7 minutes (as the apples cook down, the brown sugar and butter will turn into a caramel sauce). Remove from heat, and allow the mixture to cool.
- With a mixer, whip the heavy cream until it forms peaks (depending upon the speed of your mixture, this could take anywhere from 4-7 minutes or so).
- In a separate bowl, mix together sweetened condensed milk and the apples (including all of the liquid, as that’s the tasty caramel!).
- Pour the apple mixture into the whipped cream, and gently fold the mixture together. Once it seems combined, transfer the mixture into a freezer safe container, and allow to chill in the freezer, for at least 5-6 hours, or overnight.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 320
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of apples work best for this ice cream?
For the best flavor and texture, use a mix of sweet and tart apples, like Honeycrisp and Granny Smith.
How should I incorporate the caramel into the mixture?
Drizzle the caramel sauce into the ice cream mixture and gently swirl it in to create a marbled effect without fully blending it.
Can I adjust the cinnamon amount in the recipe?
Yes, feel free to adjust the cinnamon to your taste; less will give a subtler flavor, while more will enhance the spiced apple pie essence.
