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Creamy No-Churn Fresh Peach Ice Cream Recipe with Toasted Pecan Swirl

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A silky, luscious no-churn ice cream featuring fresh peaches and a crunchy toasted pecan swirl, perfect for summer without the need for an ice cream maker.

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups fresh peaches, peeled and diced
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 cups heavy cream (480 ml)
  • 1 can (14 oz / 396 g) sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup toasted pecans, roughly chopped
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • Pinch of salt (for toasting pecans)

Instructions

  1. Macerate the peaches: In a medium bowl, combine diced fresh peaches and 1/4 cup granulated sugar. Toss gently to coat and let sit at room temperature for 20-30 minutes until juicy but still holding shape.
  2. Toast the pecans: Heat 1 tablespoon unsalted butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add 1 cup roughly chopped pecans and a pinch of salt. Stir frequently for 4-5 minutes until fragrant and golden brown. Remove from heat and let cool completely.
  3. Whip the cream: In a large chilled bowl, pour 2 cups heavy cream. Whip with an electric mixer or hand whisk to soft peaks.
  4. Combine the base: Gently fold in the entire can of sweetened condensed milk and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract into the whipped cream. Fold in the macerated peaches with their juices carefully to keep peaches chunky.
  5. Swirl in pecans: Fold in half of the toasted pecans gently. Transfer mixture to a freezer-safe container. Sprinkle remaining pecans on top and swirl lightly into the surface.
  6. Freeze: Cover container tightly and freeze for at least 6 hours or overnight until firm. Let sit at room temperature for 5-10 minutes before serving to soften.

Notes

Use ripe but firm peaches and peel them for best texture. Macerate peaches to draw out juices and prevent icy chunks. Whip cream to soft peaks and fold ingredients gently to maintain airy texture. Toast pecans carefully to avoid burning. Let ice cream freeze at least 6 hours or overnight. For dairy-free version, substitute coconut cream and coconut sweetened condensed milk. Pecans can be swapped with walnuts or almonds. Add lemon juice to peach maceration for extra zing.

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Keywords: no-churn ice cream, peach ice cream, toasted pecan swirl, summer dessert, easy ice cream recipe, fresh peach dessert

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