Celebrate fall with this cozy homemade ice cream recipe made right in your Whynter Ice Cream Maker. Using Trader Joe’s fall favorites, you’ll get a smooth, spiced ice cream base with fun mix-ins and a crunchy topping.
Ingredients
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup Trader Joe’s Fall Haul Off Half & Half
- ½ cup Trader Joe’s Pumpkin Spice Cold Brew Concentrate
- ½ cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- ½ cup Trader Joe’s Mini Maple Marshmallows (mix-in)
- ¼ cup Trader Joe’s Maple Pecan Granola (topping)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, half & half, pumpkin spice cold brew, sweetened condensed milk, vanilla, and salt until smooth.
- Pour the mixture into your Whynter ICM-080TL Ice Cream Maker.
- Churn for 40-60 minutes, or until the ice cream is thick and creamy.
- In the last 5 minutes of churning, add the mini maple marshmallows so they fold into the ice cream.
- Transfer to a freezer-safe container and freeze for at least 2 hours for a firmer scoop.
- Serve topped with maple pecan granola for a crunchy finish.
Afterthought
After testing the Whynter ICM‑080 TL, we were genuinely impressed by its performance for such a compact unit. Its built-in compressor eliminates the need to pre-freeze bowls, a game-changer for spontaneous dessert lovers. The 0.8-quart capacity is ideal for small households or quick batches, delivering consistently creamy results with minimal effort. We especially appreciated how quiet and efficient the machine is during operation, and the Taupe Latte finish gives it a modern, stylish look on any countertop. For anyone serious about homemade frozen treats without the usual hassle, this ice cream maker is a worthy investment.
