Description
Indulge in a unique frozen treat with this homemade Dr. Pepper Ice Cream recipe. Creamy and rich, this soda-infused dessert is a delightful twist on traditional ice cream flavors. Perfect for a fun and flavorful dessert experience!
Ingredients
Scale
Ice Cream Base:
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
Dr. Pepper Infusion:
- 1 1/2 cups Dr. Pepper (regular, not diet)
- 2 tablespoons corn syrup (optional, for smoother texture)
- red food coloring (optional, for a Dr. Pepper hue)
Instructions
- Prepare the Ice Cream Base: In a medium saucepan, combine heavy cream, whole milk, sugar, and salt over medium heat. Stir until sugar dissolves, then remove from heat. Stir in vanilla extract and corn syrup if using. Let cool slightly.
- Infuse with Dr. Pepper: In a small saucepan, simmer Dr. Pepper until reduced. Cool completely, then stir into the cream mixture. Add red food coloring if desired.
- Chill and Churn: Refrigerate the mixture for at least 4 hours. Churn in an ice cream maker according to instructions. Freeze until firm.
Notes
- Enhance flavor by reducing 2 cups of Dr. Pepper to 3/4 cup.
- Add chocolate chips or cherries during churning for extra texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes (plus chilling and freezing time)
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Churned
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 21g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
