Homemade Coffee Ice Cream

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Homemade Coffee Ice Cream – Smooth, Creamy & Bold!

This rich and velvety coffee ice cream is packed with deep espresso flavor and an ultra-creamy texture. Perfect for coffee lovers looking for a decadent frozen treat!

Ingredients

For the Ice Cream Base:

  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • 4 large egg yolks
  • 2 tablespoons instant espresso powder (or ½ cup strong brewed coffee, cooled)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Optional Add-Ins:

  • ½ cup dark chocolate chunks
  • Caramel swirls
  • Crushed biscotti

Instructions

Step 1: Heat the Base

  • In a saucepan over medium heat, combine heavy cream, milk, sugar, and salt.
  • Stir until the sugar dissolves and the mixture is warm.

Step 2: Temper the Egg Yolks

  • In a separate bowl, whisk the egg yolks.
  • Slowly pour some of the warm mixture into the yolks, whisking constantly to temper them.
  • Pour the tempered yolks back into the saucepan.

Step 3: Thicken the Mixture

  • Cook over low heat, stirring, until the mixture is thick enough to coat the back of a spoon (about 5 minutes).
  • Remove from heat and stir in the espresso powder (or cooled brewed coffee) and vanilla extract.
  • Strain through a fine mesh sieve to remove any lumps.

Step 4: Chill & Churn

  • Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  • Churn in an ice cream maker according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
  • If adding mix-ins like chocolate chunks or caramel, fold them in at the end.

Step 5: Freeze & Serve

  • Transfer to a container and freeze for at least 3 hours before serving.
  • Scoop and enjoy this smooth, creamy, and bold coffee ice cream!

Final Thoughts

This homemade coffee ice cream is a dreamy treat with a deep, rich coffee flavor and a luxuriously smooth texture. Whether you enjoy it plain or with mix-ins, it’s an irresistible frozen indulgence!

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