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Pumpkin Gingersnap Ice Cream

Creamy Pumpkin Gingersnap Ice Cream made with spiced pumpkin, rich custard base, and crunchy gingersnap cookies. A perfect no-churn fall dessert.
Servings

Ingredients

  • 2 large eggs
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 cups heavy whipping cream
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1 cup canned unsweetened pumpkin puree
  • 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 2/3 cup coarsely chopped gingersnap cookies

Instructions
 

Prepare the Custard Base

  1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk the eggs vigorously until they are light and fluffy, approximately 1 to 2 minutes. Gradually add the sugar, whisking continuously to ensure it is fully incorporated. Continue whisking for an additional minute until the mixture is smooth and slightly thickened.

Incorporate Dairy Ingredients

  1. Pour the heavy whipping cream and milk into the egg-sugar mixture. Whisk until the mixture is well blended and smooth, forming the base of the ice cream.

Blend Pumpkin and Spices

  1. In a separate bowl, combine one cup of the prepared cream base with the pumpkin puree, ground nutmeg, and ground cinnamon. Stir until the pumpkin and spices are thoroughly incorporated and smooth. Return the pumpkin mixture to the remaining cream base and whisk to blend evenly.

Chill the Mixture

  1. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and place it in the freezer for approximately 30 to 60 minutes, or until the mixture is thoroughly chilled to around 40°F (4°C).

Churn the Ice Cream

  1. Pour the chilled mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions, typically 25 to 30 minutes, until the ice cream reaches a soft-serve consistency.

Add Gingersnap Cookies

  1. During the final 2 minutes of churning, gradually add the coarsely chopped gingersnap cookies, allowing them to incorporate evenly into the ice cream.

Freeze Until Firm

  1. Transfer the ice cream to an airtight container, smoothing the surface. Place in the freezer and allow it to firm up for at least 3 hours before serving.

Notes

To prepare a gluten-free version of this Pumpkin Gingersnap Ice Cream, substitute the gingersnap cookies with certified gluten-free gingersnap cookies or a similar gluten-free spiced cookie. Ensure that all other ingredients, such as canned pumpkin puree and ground spices, are labeled gluten-free and free from cross-contamination risks. The custard base and ice cream mixture itself are naturally gluten-free.
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