Description
A creamy, no-churn ice cream inspired by Little Debbie Honey Buns, combining whipped heavy cream, sweetened condensed milk, cinnamon, and chunks of Honey Buns for a sweet, indulgent homemade dessert perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Ice Cream Base
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons honey (optional, for extra sweetness)
Mix-ins and Garnish
- 3 Little Debbie Honey Buns, chopped into bite-sized pieces
- Cinnamon sugar for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Whip the Cream: In a large mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream with a hand mixer or stand mixer on medium-high speed until stiff peaks form, ensuring a light and airy texture for the ice cream base.
- Mix Sweetened Condensed Milk: In a separate bowl, whisk together the sweetened condensed milk, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and honey (if using) until smooth and well combined to create a flavorful sweetness.
- Combine Mixtures: Gently fold the whipped cream into the sweetened condensed milk mixture until fully combined, taking care not to deflate the whipped cream and maintaining the light texture.
- Add Honey Bun Pieces: Fold in the chopped Honey Buns, reserving a few pieces for topping later, so the ice cream has delightful chunks of pastry throughout.
- Prepare for Freezing: Pour the mixture into a 9×5-inch loaf pan or another freezer-safe container. Sprinkle cinnamon sugar and the reserved Honey Bun pieces on top if desired for extra flavor and presentation.
- Freeze: Cover the container tightly and freeze for at least 6 hours or overnight until the ice cream is firm.
- Serve: Scoop and serve directly from the freezer for a delicious, creamy treat that captures the essence of the beloved Honey Buns.
Notes
- This is a no-churn recipe—no ice cream maker needed, making it simple and accessible.
- For best results, use cold heavy cream and chill your mixing bowl before whipping to achieve stiff peaks.
- Optionally, swirl in a bit of caramel or icing glaze from the Honey Buns for extra flavor and richness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
