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Homemade Coffee Ice Cream

Homemade Coffee Ice Cream

Indulge in the ultimate summer treat with this Homemade Coffee Ice Cream, crafted for true coffee enthusiasts. This creamy delight combines rich heavy cream and aromatic coffee for a decadent dessert experience. Whether you’re hosting a lively gathering or savoring a quiet evening, this ice cream is sure to impress. With both churn and no-churn methods available, anyone can whip up this delightful dessert without needing special equipment. Customize your creation with chocolate chips or nuts to make it uniquely yours. Enjoy the refreshing taste of homemade coffee ice cream today!

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: About 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups Heavy cream
  • 1 cup Whole milk
  • ¾ cup Granulated sugar
  • ¼ cup Brown sugar
  • 4 tbsp Coffee grounds (medium-coarse)
  • 1 tbsp Instant espresso powder
  • ½ tsp Salt
  • 1 tbsp Vanilla extract
  • Optional: ½ cup Chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Heat dairy mixture: In a medium saucepan, combine heavy cream, whole milk, and coffee grounds. Simmer and steep for 45 minutes.
  2. Strain: Use a fine-mesh sieve to strain the mixture into a bowl, pressing on the grounds to extract flavor.
  3. Dissolve sugars: Return liquid to the saucepan, adding granulated sugar, brown sugar, and salt. Stir until dissolved, then mix in instant espresso powder.
  4. Chill: Stir in vanilla extract, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
  5. Churn: Pour chilled mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to instructions until soft-serve consistency.
  6. Freeze: Transfer to an airtight container, cover with parchment paper, seal tightly, and freeze for at least 4 hours.
  • Author: Emmeline
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Churning
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/2 cup (120g)
  • Calories: 290
  • Sugar: 25g
  • Sodium: 80mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 14g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 24g
  • Fiber: <1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg

Keywords: For a no-churn option: Pour the mixture into a shallow dish and stir every 30 minutes for about 2-3 hours until creamy. Customize with mix-ins like chocolate chips or nuts for added texture.

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