Coffee ice cream recipe alton brown
Alton Brown's coffee ice cream recipe is a rich and creamy dessert infused with the bold flavor of coffee and decadent semisweet chocolate. This recipe is perfect for coffee lovers looking for a sweet treat that satisfies both their sweet tooth and caffeine cravings.
Equipment
- 1 Saucepan
- 1 whisk
- 1 Mixing bowl
- 1 fine mesh sieve
- 1 Ice cream maker
- 1 container
Ingredients
- 3 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 4 large egg yolks
- 1/2 cup freshly brewed coffee
Instructions
- Melt the chopped chocolate in a double boiler or in the microwave until smooth.
- In a medium-sized saucepan, whisk together the milk, heavy cream, and 1/2 cup of sugar. Heat the mixture over medium heat until it begins to steam.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the egg yolks and remaining 1/4 cup of sugar until pale and thick.
- Slowly pour the hot milk mixture into the egg mixture, whisking constantly.
- Return the custard mixture to the saucepan and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and coats the back of a spoon.
- Strain the custard through a fine-mesh sieve into a clean mixing bowl. Stir in the melted chocolate and freshly brewed coffee.
- Cool the custard to room temperature, then cover and refrigerate until chilled.
- Churn the custard in an ice cream maker according to the manufacturer's instructions.
- Transfer the churned ice cream to a container and freeze until firm, about 2-3 hours.
Notes
Nutritional Values:
Each serving of this recipe contains approximately 240 calories, 15g of fat, 22g of carbohydrates, 3g of protein, and 18g of sugar.
Additional Notes/Tips:
For an extra kick of coffee flavor, consider using a dark roast coffee or adding a shot of espresso to the custard mixture. You can also experiment with different types of chocolate, such as milk or dark, to customize the flavor to your liking.