Pumpkin Ice Cream
Creamy, spiced, and perfect for fall, this homemade Pumpkin Ice Cream is a delightful twist on traditional frozen desserts. Made with velvety pumpkin puree and a medley of warm spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger, each scoop is like enjoying pumpkin pie in ice cream form. Simple to prepare, this no-cook recipe combines heavy cream, whole milk, and sugar for a luxuriously smooth texture that’s churned to perfection in an ice cream maker. After a quick chill and freeze, it’s ready to serve—pair it with cones, bowls, or festive toppings like whipped cream or caramel drizzle for a seasonal treat that will wow your taste buds. Whether you're celebrating autumn or craving something unique year-round, this pumpkin ice cream is a must-try dessert!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Heavy cream
- 1 cup Whole milk
- 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
- 1 cup Pumpkin puree
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground ginger
- 0.125 teaspoon Salt
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, whole milk, and granulated sugar until the sugar is dissolved.
Add the pumpkin puree, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, ground ginger, and salt to the mixture. Whisk thoroughly until all ingredients are well combined and smooth.
Taste the mixture and adjust spices as needed to suit your preference.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and chill the mixture in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours or until it is thoroughly cold.
Once chilled, pour the mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions (usually 20-25 minutes).
Transfer the churned ice cream into an airtight container and place it in the freezer for at least 4 hours, or until it reaches your preferred firmness.
Serve the pumpkin ice cream in bowls or cones, optionally garnished with whipped cream, caramel sauce, or chopped nuts.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2484 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 175.2 g | 225% | |
| Saturated Fat | 102.6 g | 513% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 514 mg | 171% | |
| Sodium | 579 mg | 25% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 184.0 g | 67% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.5 g | 30% | |
| Total Sugars | 170.3 g | ||
| Protein | 10.8 g | 22% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.7 mcg | 13% | |
| Calcium | 393 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 3.6 mg | 20% | |
| Potassium | 882 mg | 19% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
