Homemade Cinnamon Ice Cream 🍦✨

 

Homemade Cinnamon Ice Cream 🍦✨

This Cinnamon Ice Cream is rich, creamy, and infused with warm, aromatic cinnamon. Perfect on its own or as a delicious pairing with pies, cakes, or warm desserts!

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Ingredients

For the Ice Cream Base:

• 1½ cups (375ml) heavy cream
• 1½ cups (375ml) whole milk
• ¾ cup (150g) granulated sugar
• 4 large egg yolks
• 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• ½ tsp salt

Optional Add-Ins:

• ¼ tsp nutmeg (for extra warmth)
• ¼ cup (60ml) honey or maple syrup (for a natural sweetness)
• ½ cup (75g) cinnamon sugar-coated pecans or cookie crumbles

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Instructions

Step 1: Infuse the Cinnamon Flavor

1. In a saucepan over medium heat, combine heavy cream, whole milk, sugar, and ground cinnamon.
2. Stir until the mixture is warm, allowing the cinnamon to fully dissolve (about 3–5 minutes). Do not boil.

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Step 2: Prepare the Custard Base

1. In a separate bowl, whisk the egg yolks until pale and creamy.
2. Slowly pour ½ cup of the warm milk mixture into the yolks while whisking to temper them.
3. Gradually pour the tempered yolks back into the saucepan, stirring continuously over low heat for 5–7 minutes, until slightly thickened (it should coat the back of a spoon).
4. Remove from heat, stir in vanilla extract and salt, and strain through a fine sieve for a silky texture.
5. Let cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.

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Step 3: Churn the Ice Cream

1. Pour the chilled mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions (20–25 minutes).

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Step 4: Add Mix-Ins & Freeze

1. In the last 5 minutes of churning, fold in any cinnamon-sugar pecans or cookie crumbles (optional).
2. Transfer to an airtight container and freeze for 4–6 hours until firm.

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Step 5: Serve & Enjoy

1. Scoop into bowls or cones, sprinkle with extra cinnamon, and drizzle with honey or caramel for an extra treat!

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Why This Recipe Is Special:

✅ Warm, Aromatic Cinnamon Flavor 🍂
✅ Ultra-Creamy, Smooth Texture 🍦
✅ Perfect for Pairing with Pies & Cakes
✅ Rich & Indulgent Yet Simple to Make

This Cinnamon Ice Cream is a cozy, comforting dessert—a must-try for cinnamon lovers! 🍨✨