Description
Indulgent coffee lovers will swoon over this homemade coffee ice cream recipe, where rich espresso meets creamy perfection. Cold, smooth scoops promise a delightful journey through robust coffee flavors that you’ll savor with each delectable bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Coffee Ingredients:
- 2 cups (480 ml) heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) instant coffee
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) strong brewed coffee
Sweetening Ingredients:
- 1 cup (240 ml) sweetened condensed milk
- 1 teaspoon (5 ml) vanilla extract
Optional Flavor Enhancers:
- 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 ml) cinnamon
- 1/2 cup (85 g) chocolate chips
Instructions
- Whip heavy cream in a spacious mixing vessel until it develops robust, standing peaks that hold their shape when the whisk is lifted.
- In a separate bowl, thoroughly integrate sweetened condensed milk with rich espresso, aromatic vanilla extract, and warm ground cinnamon, creating a harmonious coffee-infused base.
- Delicately incorporate the coffee mixture into the fluffy whipped cream, using a gentle folding technique to maintain the cream’s airy texture and prevent deflation.
- If desired, sprinkle in decadent chocolate chips, distributing them evenly throughout the creamy mixture for added indulgence.
- Transfer the velvety concoction into a freezer-safe container, using a spatula to smooth the surface and eliminate any air pockets.
- Seal the container with a tight-fitting lid to prevent ice crystal formation and preserve the smooth consistency.
- Place in the freezer and allow the mixture to solidify, periodically checking after 4 hours until it reaches a perfect, scoopable consistency.
- When ready to serve, let the ice cream rest at room temperature for a few minutes to soften slightly, ensuring easy scooping and optimal flavor release.
Notes
- Use freshly brewed espresso or strong coffee for the most robust and authentic coffee flavor that will elevate the entire dessert.
- Ensure heavy cream is cold before whipping to achieve maximum volume and stiff, stable peaks that create a luxurious texture.
- Experiment with different coffee varieties like Colombian or Ethiopian beans to introduce unique flavor profiles and subtle taste variations.
- For a dairy-free alternative, replace heavy cream with coconut cream and use dairy-free sweetened condensed milk to accommodate dietary restrictions.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Freezing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 28 g
- Sodium: 60 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 34 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg