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Vegan Butter Pecan Ice Cream

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 8 servings
Calories 250
A rich and creamy vegan ice cream with caramelized pecans and a buttery flavor, perfect for a dairy-free treat.

Ingredients

Coconut Milk & Cream

  • 1 can full-fat coconut milk
  • 1 cup almond milk (or plant-based milk of your choice)
  • ¾ cup coconut cream

Sweeteners & Flavorings

  • ½ cup pure maple syrup
  • ½ cup coconut sugar (or brown sugar)
  • 1 tbsp vanilla extract

Pecan Caramel Topping

  • 1 cup pecans (roughly chopped)
  • 2 tbsp vegan butter (or coconut oil)
  • ¼ cup brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp maple syrup

Instructions 

  • Melt vegan butter in a skillet and add chopped pecans; cook until fragrant.
  • Add brown sugar and maple syrup; cook until caramelized, then cool.
  • Whisk coconut milk, almond milk, and coconut cream until smooth.
  • Mix in maple syrup, coconut sugar, and vanilla extract; churn in ice cream maker for 20-30 minutes.
  • Fold in cooled pecans or add during last 5 minutes of churning, then freeze until firm.

Notes

Ensure your ice cream maker bowl is fully frozen before churning for best results.
Calories: 250kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: vegan
Keyword: ice cream, pecans, Vegan