Dulce De Leche Ice Cream

This dulce de leche ice cream, with ripples of lightened dulce de leche in every scoop, is very creamy and rich, with just the perfect hint of salt.

Dulce De Leche Ice Cream scoops garnished with flakey sea salt in a bowl with a spoon
Prep Time:
15 mins
Freeze Time:
8 hrs
Total Time:
8 hrs 15 mins
Servings:
6
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 6 servings

  • 1 (13.4 ounce) can dulce de leche

  • 2 cups heavy whipping cream, divided

  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt

  • flaky sea salt

Directions

  1. Gather all ingredients. Line inside of a 5x9-inch loaf pan with plastic wrap, leaving a 1-inch overhang on both long sides; set aside.

    Dulce De Leche Ice Cream ingredients on a counter

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  2. Whisk dulce de leche and 1/3 cup of the heavy cream in a small mixing bowl until evenly combined, about 1 minute. Transfer 1 cup of the dulce de leche mixture to a large mixing bowl, and set aside. Reserve remaining mixture for drizzling.

    Dulce De Leche in a glass bowl

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  3. Beat vanilla, salt, and remaining 1 2/3 cups heavy cream with a stand mixer fitted with a whisk attachment on medium-high speed just until stiff peaks form, about 3 minutes. Fold whipped cream, in 3 additions, into the 1 cup of dulce de leche mixture in large bowl until fully incorporated and no streaks remain.

    Dulce De Leche Ice Cream in a glass bowl with a spoon

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  4. Transfer half of the whipped cream mixture into prepared loaf pan, spreading into an even layer. Spoon about half of the reserved dulce de leche mixture evenly over whipped cream layer. Repeat process with the remaining whipped cream mixture and remaining reserved dulce de leche mixture.

    Dulce De Leche Ice Cream in a loaf pan with plastic wrap

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  5. Using a butter knife gently swirl dulce de leche mixture and whipped cream mixture together to create a decorative design.

    Hand decorating the top of the Dulce De Leche Ice Cream in a loaf pan with plastic wrap

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  6. Cover loosely with plastic wrap and store in freezer until fully set, at least 8 hours or up to 12 hours. Sprinkle with flaky sea salt, and serve.

    Dulce De Leche Ice Cream scoops garnished with flakey sea salt in a bowl with a spoon next to a loaf pan with ice cream and a scoop

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

473 Calories
33g Fat
37g Carbs
7g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 473
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 33g 43%
Saturated Fat 21g 106%
Cholesterol 108mg 36%
Sodium 305mg 13%
Total Carbohydrate 37g 14%
Dietary Fiber 0g 0%
Total Sugars 34g
Protein 7g 13%
Vitamin C 2mg 2%
Calcium 212mg 16%
Iron 0mg 1%
Potassium 299mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.