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written by Ashley Fehr

5 from 12 votes

Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Total Time 4 hours hrs 25 minutes mins

Servings 8 servings

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Last updated on January 30, 2024

This Butter Pecan Ice Cream requires just 7 ingredients and 25 minutes! It’s rich, creamy, and loaded with brown sugar and vanilla flavor and toasty pecans!

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  • Ingredients Needed:
  • How to Make Butter Pecan Ice Cream
  • Homemade Butter Pecan Ice Cream FAQs
  • Tips and Notes
  • More Ice Cream Recipes to Try
  • Butter Pecan Ice Cream Recipe

There’s something about the soft, buttery, nuttiness of pecans that just takes desserts to the next level. We’ve got Pumpkin Caramel Pecan Naked Cake, Brown Sugar Pecan Blondies, Brown Sugar Pecan Cookies, and of course this Homemade Butter Pecan Ice Cream!

This ice cream recipe could not be simpler to make and definitely could not be more delicious.

It’s made with a rich and creamy base flavored with brown sugar and vanilla extract, then finished with toasted pecans.

It’s buttery (of course), rich, creamy, and insanely delicious!

This recipe is based off of my homemade frozen custard recipe — it’s a good place to start if you want to make your own flavors!

Ingredients Needed:

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  • Heavy Whipping Cream and Whole Milk: makes up a rich and creamy base for our homemade butter pecan ice cream. The higher the fat content, the creamier the ice cream will be!
  • Brown Sugar: adds a warm, buttery flavor to the ice cream.
  • Egg Yolks: egg yolks stabilize the ice cream which gives it a creamier texture and helps it last longer in the freezer.
  • Vanilla Extract: vanilla extract is what gives the ice cream its flavor!
  • Salt: cuts the sweetness and brings out other flavors.
  • Pecans: chopped and toasted!
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How to Make Butter Pecan Ice Cream

  1. Cook the base: First, freeze the bowl of your ice cream maker according to instructions. In a large saucepan, whisk together cream, milk, sugar, and egg yolks. Place the pan onto the stove and cook over medium heat until thickened. Add in vanilla and salt.
  2. Refrigerate: Transfer the mixture to a glass bowl and cover with a piece of plastic wrap so it’s just touching the surface. Chill in the fridge until completely cold.
  3. Churn: Place the now chilled mixture into the cold bowl of your ice cream maker and churn for 20 minutes, adding pecans after 15 minutes or stirring in at the end.
  4. Freeze: Pour the mixture into a glass loaf pan and freeze until firm.
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Homemade Butter Pecan Ice Cream FAQs

What flavor is the ice cream in butter pecan?

The ice cream flavor in Butter Pecan Ice Cream is actually classic vanilla! The “buttery” flavor in the ice cream comes from the toasted pecans and the brown sugar, it has almost a caramel-like flavor.

Can you use milk instead of heavy cream for ice cream?

In theory, yes, but I highly recommend sticking with the heavy cream. It’s what makes the ice cream extra rich, smooth, and creamy. The higher the fat content, the better the ice cream!

How to store:

Homemade Butter Pecan Ice Cream will last wrapped tightly in the freezer for up to 3 months. When you’re ready to serve, set the container out on the counter for 5-10 minutes to soften.

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Tips and Notes

  • When you cover with plastic wrap, be sure that the wrap is just touching the surface of the cream mixture. This helps prevent a skin from forming.
  • You can speed up the initial chilling process by placing the cream mixture into the freezer instead of the fridge. If you decide to freeze it instead, be sure to stir it every 10 minutes!
  • For a richer ice cream, you can use 2 cups of cream and 1 cup of milk instead of equal parts of each.
  • Toast the pecans! Toasting the nuts before adding them into the ice cream gives them a crunchier texture and brings out their buttery, nutty flavor.
  • Let it sit before serving. I recommend setting the ice cream out on the counter for 5-10 minutes before scooping and serving it for a creamier texture.

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Butter Pecan Ice Cream

written by Ashley Fehr

5 from 12 votes

This Butter Pecan Ice Cream requires just 7 ingredients and 25 minutes! It's rich, creamy, and loaded with brown sugar and vanilla flavor and toasty pecans!

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 15 minutes mins

Churning and Freezing 4 hours hrs

Total Time 4 hours hrs 25 minutes mins

Cuisine American

Course Dessert

Servings 8 servings

Calories 385cal

Ingredients

  • cups heavy whipping cream
  • cups whole milk
  • ¾-1 cup brown sugar use more or less according to your tastes
  • 4 egg yolks
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup toasted, chopped pecans

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Instructions

  • Freeze ice cream maker bowl according to instructions.

  • Whisk cream, milk, sugar, and egg yolks in a large saucepan until smooth.

  • Place the pan on medium heat, and cook and whisk constantly until thickened. It will be noticeably thickened, but not thick like pudding.

  • Stir in vanilla and salt.

  • Pour into a large glass measuring cup or bowl and press a piece of plastic wrap to the surface to keep a skin from forming.

  • Refrigerate until completely cold (you can speed this up by placing it in the freezer and stirring every 10 minutes).

  • Place in the ice cream maker and churn for 20 minutes or until a soft serve consistency. Add pecans in the last 5 minutes of churning or stir in at the end.

  • Pour into a glass loaf pan or baking dish and freeze until firm, about 4-6 hours.

  • I recommend letting sit at room temperature for 5-10 minutes before serving. Cover leftovers with plastic wrap and freeze up to 3 months.

Notes

*For a richer ice cream, you can use 2 cups of cream and 1 cup of milk.

Tips:

  • When you cover with plastic wrap, be sure that the wrap is just touching the surface of the cream mixture. This helps prevent a skin from forming.
  • You can speed up the initial chilling process by placing the cream mixture into the freezer instead of the fridge. If you decide to freeze it instead, be sure to stir it every 10 minutes!
  • For a richer ice cream, you can use 2 cups of cream and 1 cup of milk instead of equal parts of each.
  • Toast the pecans! Toasting the nuts before adding them into the ice cream gives them a crunchier texture and brings out their buttery, nutty flavor.
  • Let it sit before serving. I recommend setting the ice cream out on the counter for 5-10 minutes before scooping and serving it for a creamier texture.

Storage:

Homemade Butter Pecan Ice Cream will last wrapped tightly in the freezer for up to 3 months. When you’re ready to serve, set the container out on the counter for 5-10 minutes to soften.

Nutrition Information

Calories: 385cal | Carbohydrates: 26g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 30g | Saturated Fat: 13g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11g | Cholesterol: 153mg | Sodium: 112mg | Potassium: 207mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 24g | Vitamin A: 868IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 124mg | Iron: 1mg

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  1. Cheryl says

    I noticed that the eggs aren’t tempered. Do you strain base after cooking?

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  2. Gergana says

    This looks amazing 🤩 I was wondering can this be done without ice cream machine? Thank you!

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    • The Recipe Rebel says

      Definitely! To make this homemade ice cream without an ice cream maker, simply pour the ice cream base into a freezer-safe bowl. Place the bowl into the freezer to chill. Every 30-60 minutes, remove the ice cream from the freezer and beat it with an electric mixer. This helps break up the ice crystals for an extra smooth and creamy ice cream.

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FAQs

What does butter pecan ice cream say about you? ›

If buttered pecan is your choice, you're likely to have a sophisticated palette and a fondness for the finer things in life. You carry yourself with an air of elegance and grace, often imparting wisdom and a sense of calm to those around you.

What flavor is the ice cream in butter pecan? ›

Celebrate their creativity with the ultimate combo: A sweet treat of rich, buttery vanilla ice cream and perfectly crunchy roasted pecans.

Why do they call it butter pecan? ›

So, why is it called butter pecan? A key component to the butter pecan cooking process is actually roasting the pecans in butter before incorporating into your recipe, which is most likely going to be homemade butter pecan ice cream.

What is the history behind butter pecan ice cream? ›

During the days of segregation, vanilla ice cream was not to be sold to the Black community. It was seen as “pure” due to the white color, and so they were denied the right to purchase it. From there, Black Americans turned to butter pecan ice cream instead.

What do you call a person who loves ice cream? ›

Then you are definitely a Frigophill. Frigophilia is the love/obsession towards cold or frosty stuff!

Why is butter pecan so good? ›

Like other nut varieties, the pecan can be described as sweet and fatty but takes on a different flavor when roasted or used in our favorite sweet or savory recipes. Butter pecan is a flavor combination of pecans, butter, and pure vanilla flavoring, making this a sweet treat you want to bite your teeth into.

How do Southerners say pecan? ›

Common Pronunciations

Here are the most common ways pecan is pronounced: pee-KAHN: This seems to be the most popular pecan pronunciation nationwide. puh-CON (or puh-KAHN): A variation on the above pronunciation that's used in southern areas of the U.S. like Alabama and the Carolinas.

Why do Latinos love butter pecan ice cream? ›

In short, vanilla ice cream's “prohibition” may be the reason butter pecan is more popular in the Black community. In turn, this could connect to Latinos' widespread love of the flavor.

Is butter pecan just vanilla with pecans? ›

Butter pecan ice cream is smooth vanilla ice cream with a slight buttery flavor, with pecans added. It is manufactured by many major ice cream brands. A variant of the recipe is butter almond, which replaces the pecans with almonds.

Can butter pecan ice cream go bad? ›

Unfortunately, yes. Ice cream does go bad, and it can make you sick. Now technically, ice cream will be safe to eat for up to three or four months. Note that we said ice cream would stay fresh for six weeks, not just edible.

What is the oldest ice cream in America? ›

A fifth-generation family business in Philadelphia, Bassetts Ice Cream is proudly known as America's oldest ice cream company.

Is butter pecan ice cream the same as pralines and cream? ›

Butter Pecan-Flavored Treats Tend To Be More Crunchy Than Chewy. Pralines and cream ice cream often features actual praline candy pieces mixed in with the cream, providing a chewy surprise in every bite. You can also add caramel sauce to the ice cream mixture, making for a perfectly gooey, fudgy dessert.

What ice cream describes your personality? ›

Cookies and Cream: Fans of cookies and cream ice cream are often seen as playful, creative, and youthful. They have a strong sense of imagination and enjoy indulging in whimsy from time to time. Coffee: Coffee ice cream lovers are often seen as ambitious, driven, and sophisticated.

Is butter pecan ice cream a southern thing? ›

In fact, some say it started in the Jim Crow-era southern United States and was a response to racism.

Are butter pecan good for you? ›

Heart Health: The monounsaturated fats in pecan butter are heart-healthy and can contribute to reduced cholesterol levels. 2. Weight Management: Despite its calorie content, consuming pecan butter in moderation can help with weight management due to its satiating effect.

What kind of ice cream would you be interview question? ›

“What kind of ice cream are you?” A lot of candidates get tripped up on easy questions like this one. As long as you're not vanilla, you're golden. If you can't pick an ice cream, or can't come up with a reason as to why you chose it, then you're not an employee that can think on their feet.

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