Ingredients:

  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • 6 tablespoons (90ml) water
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt (adjust to taste)
  • 2 cups (480ml) whole milk
  • 1 cup (240ml) heavy cream
  • 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar
  • 4 large egg yolks
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Instructions:

  1. Combine sugar and water in a saucepan.
  2. Heat over medium heat until it turns a deep golden brown, swirl occasionally.
  3. Remove from heat and carefully whisk in the heavy cream (it will bubble vigorously).
  4. Stir in sea salt and let it cool.
  5. In a saucepan, mix whole milk, heavy cream, and half the sugar; heat until steaming.
  6. In a mixing bowl, whisk egg yolks with the remaining sugar until pale.
  7. Slowly pour the warm milk mixture into the egg mixture, whisking continuously.
  8. Return to the pan and cook over low heat, stirring until it thickens (about 170°F).
  9. Stir in the cooled salted caramel and vanilla extract.
  10. Pour into a bowl and chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.
  11. Pour the chilled mixture into the ice cream maker and churn according to manufacturer instructions.
  12. Transfer to an airtight container and freeze until firm.
  13. Serve and enjoy!