Dessert

No Churn Caramel Apple Ice Cream Recipe

Byluca Carter December 13, 2025December 13, 2025

Introduction

This No Churn Caramel Apple Ice Cream is a creamy and fluffy treat packed with cozy fall spices. Layers of vanilla ice cream, apple pie filling, salted caramel, and a crunchy graham cracker crumble make it an irresistible dessert perfect for any occasion.

A close-up view of a small tart with three visible layers starting with a thick, golden-brown crust at the bottom that is ridged and slightly folded upwards on the sides; the middle layer features a creamy off-white filling that looks smooth and soft, slightly overflowing from the crust; the top layer is chunky and crumbly, made of brown cinnamon-spiced pieces that have a rough texture and are stacked unevenly; some glaze with a light amber color is drizzled over the top, adding shine and a sticky look; the tart sits directly on a white marbled surface with soft, natural lighting highlighting the textures and colors, creating a warm and inviting feel. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

Graham Cracker Crumble:

1 sleeve honey graham crackers (about 10 sheets or 20 squares), roughly crushed

¼ cup dark brown sugar, packed
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon

½ teaspoon salt
½ cup unsalted butter, melted

No Churn Apple Ice Cream:

1 pint heavy whipping cream, cold
1 (13.5 oz) tub old fashioned caramel dip

½ teaspoon sea salt
1 (8 oz) block cream cheese, room temperature
1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk

1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
1 (21 oz) can apple pie filling, chopped into small chunks (include both apples and syrup)

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 325°F and line a rimmed baking sheet with a silicone baking mat.

Step 2: In a medium bowl, mix together the crushed graham crackers, dark brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Stir in the melted butter until well combined.
Step 3: Spread the graham cracker mixture evenly onto the prepared baking sheet and press it firmly into an even layer.
Step 4: Bake for 8-12 minutes, then let it cool completely on the baking sheet. The crumble will crisp as it cools. Once cooled, break into large chunks for layering. Set aside.

Step 5: Using a hand or stand mixer, whip the cold heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Set aside.
Step 6: In a separate bowl, stir together the caramel dip and sea salt. Set aside.
Step 7: In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, sweetened condensed milk, and vanilla extract together until smooth using a mixer.

Step 8: Fold in the chopped apple pie filling (both apples and syrup) gently, then fold in the whipped cream until evenly combined.
Step 9: Pour half of the ice cream mixture into a freezer-safe container. Spoon half of the salted caramel over it and gently swirl. Sprinkle half of the graham cracker crumble on top.
Step 10: Repeat the layers with the remaining ice cream mixture, caramel, and crumble.

Step 11: Press plastic wrap directly onto the surface of the ice cream, seal with a lid, and freeze until firm, about 6-8 hours.
Step 12: When ready, scoop and enjoy this cozy, delicious dessert!

Tips & Variations

If you’re short on time, chill the graham cracker crumble in the freezer to speed up the cooling process.

For extra texture, try adding chopped toasted pecans or walnuts to the crumble layer.
Use a spiced vanilla or caramel ice cream base for a deeper flavor twist.

Storage

Store the ice cream in a sealed, freezer-safe container for up to 2 weeks. If the ice cream becomes too firm to scoop, let it thaw at room temperature for 15-20 minutes before serving for easier portioning.

How to Serve

A glass rectangular dish holds a three-layer dessert showing visible layers from the side. The bottom layer is a mix of white creamy texture with swirls of caramel-brown sauce. The middle layer is thick and mostly white cream with some caramel streaks. The top layer is covered with coarse golden-brown crumbled topping, which looks crunchy and uneven, spread evenly across the surface. The dish is placed on a white marbled texture. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make this ice cream without a stand or hand mixer?

Whipping the cream to stiff peaks is important for the ice cream’s texture. If you don’t have a mixer, you can use a whisk, but it will take much longer and require more effort to achieve the same consistency.

Can I use fresh apples instead of canned apple pie filling?

You can use fresh apples, but you’ll want to cook them with some sugar and spices first to soften them and develop the sweet, spiced flavor typical of apple pie filling. This ensures the ice cream stays creamy and flavorful.