Irresistible Dr. Pepper Ice Cream Easy and Fun Treat

Ingredients

• 2 cups heavy cream
• 1 cup whole milk
• 1 cup Dr. Pepper
• 3.75 cups granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 0 optional chocolate chips or crushed nuts for mix-ins

Instructions

1. In a medium saucepan, combine the heavy cream, whole milk, Dr. Pepper, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and salt. Stir to mix well.
2. In a small bowl, whisk the cornstarch with a couple of tablespoons of the cream mixture until smooth. This will help thicken the mixture.
3. Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally until the sugar dissolves completely.
4. Once simmering, add the cornstarch mixture to the saucepan and continue stirring for about 2-3 minutes until the mixture thickens slightly.
5. Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the mixture cool to room temperature.
6. Once cooled, cover the mixture and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until it's fully chilled.
7. Pour the chilled mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions, usually about 20-25 minutes. If desired, add chocolate chips or crushed nuts in the last couple of minutes of churning.
8. Transfer the churned ice cream to an airtight container and freeze for at least 4 hours, or until firm.
9. Scoop and serve the Dr. Pepper ice cream in bowls or cones, and enjoy the fizzy flavor!