Caramel Swirl Soft Serve Ice Cream

Dive into a creamy and indulgent soft serve ice cream experience with swirls of rich caramel goodness, all made fresh at home. This recipe combines the perfect balance of sweetness and smooth texture, ensuring a delightful treat for any occasion.
ingredients
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup caramel sauce
- Ice cream cones or bowls, for serving
steps
- 1.
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the milk, heavy cream, sugar, salt, and vanilla extract until the sugar is completely dissolved.
- 2.
Pour the mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions until it reaches a soft-serve consistency.
- 3.
While the ice cream is churning, slowly drizzle the caramel sauce into the mixture, creating a swirl effect.
- 4.
Transfer the soft serve into a lidded container, layering with additional drizzles of caramel sauce.
- 5.
Place the container in the freezer for at least 2 hours to firm up.
- 6.
Serve the caramel swirl soft serve ice cream in cones or bowls and drizzle with extra caramel sauce on top.