Carnivore Browned Butter Ice Cream
Ingredients:
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1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter
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2 cups heavy cream
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4 large egg yolks
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1/2 cup powdered erythritol (optional, for sweetness)
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
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Pinch of salt
Instructions:
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Brown the Butter:
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In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
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Continue cooking, stirring occasionally, until the butter turns golden brown and emits a nutty aroma, about 5–7 minutes.
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Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
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Prepare the Ice Cream Base:
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In a large bowl, whisk the egg yolks and powdered erythritol (if using) until the mixture is pale and slightly thickened.
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Slowly pour the browned butter into the egg yolk mixture, whisking continuously to prevent the eggs from curdling.
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Heat the Cream:
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In another saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat until it just begins to simmer.
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Slowly pour the heated cream into the egg yolk and butter mixture, whisking constantly.
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Cook the Custard:
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Pour the mixture back into the saucepan and cook over low heat, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon, until the custard thickens enough to coat the back of the spoon, about 5–7 minutes.
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Do not let the mixture boil.
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Chill the Custard:
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Remove the custard from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract (if using).
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Pour the custard into a bowl and let it cool to room temperature.
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Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
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Churn the Ice Cream:
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Once chilled, pour the custard into your ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions until it reaches a soft-serve consistency
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Freeze and Serve:
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Transfer the churned ice cream to an airtight container and freeze for at least 2 hours to firm up.
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Scoop the ice cream into bowls and enjoy your creamy, buttery carnivore-friendly treat!
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Tips:
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Sweetener: The powdered erythritol is optional and can be omitted if you prefer a purely carnivore recipe. The butter and cream provide natural sweetness and richness.
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Butter: Watch the butter closely as it browns to prevent it from burning. The browned butter adds a rich, nutty flavor to the ice cream.
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Chilling: Ensure the custard is thoroughly chilled before churning to achieve the best texture.
Enjoy your delicious and creamy Carnivore Browned Butter Ice Cream!