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Carrot Cake Ice Cream with Cream Cheese Frosting Swirl Recipe

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This Carrot Cake Ice Cream with Cream Cheese Frosting Swirl is a rich and creamy dessert that perfectly captures the flavors of classic carrot cake in a frozen treat. Made with fresh shredded carrots blended into a smooth milk base, enriched with cinnamon and vanilla, and swirled with a luscious cream cheese frosting, this ice cream offers a delightful balance of sweetness and spice. It requires patience to chill and churn, but the result is an indulgent, homemade ice cream that carrot cake lovers will adore.

  • Total Time: 24 hours 45 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients

Ice Cream Base

  • 1 1/2 cups whole milk
  • 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup finely shredded carrots
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2/3 cup light brown sugar
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 5 egg yolks

Cream Cheese Frosting Swirl

  • 2 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon heavy cream

Instructions

  1. Blend Carrots and Milk: Add the finely shredded carrots and whole milk to a blender. Process until the mixture is completely smooth and well combined.
  2. Prepare Strainer Setup: Pour 1 cup of heavy cream and the vanilla extract into a large bowl. Set a fine mesh strainer on top of the bowl and set this aside for later use.
  3. Cook Milk Mixture: Pour the contents of the blender, the remaining 1/2 cup heavy cream, both sugars, cinnamon, and salt into a small saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently to dissolve the sugars and combine the flavors evenly.
  4. Whisk Egg Yolks: In a small bowl, whisk the egg yolks until smooth and slightly thickened, preparing them for tempering.
  5. Temper Egg Yolks: When the milk mixture starts to steam (just before boiling), carefully remove 1 cup of the warm liquid and slowly drizzle it into the whisked egg yolks while continuously whisking to avoid curdling. Then pour the egg yolk mixture back into the saucepan, returning it to medium heat. Cook gently, stirring occasionally, until the mixture thickens slightly and coats the back of a wooden spoon or rubber spatula.
  6. Strain and Chill Base: Pour the hot custard through the mesh strainer set over the bowl with heavy cream and vanilla. Stir to combine everything thoroughly. Cool the mixture in an ice bath until it reaches room temperature. Cover the bowl and chill thoroughly in the refrigerator, ideally overnight.
  7. Churn Ice Cream: Once chilled, churn the ice cream mixture according to your ice cream maker manufacturer’s instructions until it reaches a soft-serve consistency.
  8. Prepare Cream Cheese Frosting: While the ice cream churns, beat together the softened cream cheese and unsalted butter in a medium bowl until smooth and creamy. Add the vanilla extract and powdered sugar, then mix in the heavy cream. Transfer this frosting mixture into a piping bag or a plastic storage bag with a small corner snipped off for easy swirling.
  9. Assemble and Freeze: Transfer the churned ice cream into a freezer-safe container, piping or dolloping ribbons of the cream cheese frosting throughout the ice cream and gently swirling with a knife or spatula. Cover the container and freeze for 4 to 6 hours or overnight until firm.

Notes

  • Ensure the custard base cools completely before churning to achieve the best texture.
  • For a smoother texture, strain the pureed carrot milk mixture thoroughly before cooking.
  • Make the cream cheese swirl fresh and keep it chilled until ready to assemble to maintain its softness for easy swirling.
  • If you don’t have an ice cream maker, you can freeze the base and stir vigorously every 30 minutes to mimic churning.
  • Adjust cinnamon and vanilla quantities to taste for a deeper spice or flavor profile.
  • Use fresh carrots for the best natural sweetness and texture.
  • Author: ELLA
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://ellarecipe.com/carrot-cake-ice-cream-with-cream-cheese-frosting-swirl-recipe/