Description
Celebrate Mardi Gras with this Creole King Cake Ice Cream, a festive frozen treat inspired by New Orleans’ famous king cake! Infused with warm cinnamon and nutmeg, this creamy homemade ice cream features crumbled king cake pieces and vibrant sprinkles in traditional purple, green, and gold. Perfect for any carnival party or a sweet indulgence at home!
Ingredients
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- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- 1 cup crumbled king cake pieces
- Green, purple, and gold sprinkles
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together heavy cream, whole milk, sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and nutmeg until well combined.
- Pour the mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
- Once churned, gently fold in crumbled king cake pieces.
- Transfer the ice cream to an airtight container and freeze for at least 4 hours or until firm.
- Serve scooped into bowls or cones, topped with extra Mardi Gras sprinkles for a festive touch.
Notes
- For extra flavor, drizzle caramel or cream cheese glaze over your ice cream.
- If you don’t have an ice cream maker, freeze the mixture in a shallow dish and stir every 30 minutes until it reaches a creamy consistency.
- Leftovers can be stored in the freezer for up to a week in an airtight container.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes (churning)
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Churned
- Cuisine: New Orleans, Creole
