Indulge in the Ultimate Ice Café: A Perfect Summer Treat
There’s nothing quite like a refreshing coffee-based dessert to cool you down on a hot summer day. Our Ice Café recipe combines the rich flavors of espresso and dark rum with the creamy delight of homemade ice cream. Perfect for serving at gatherings or enjoying solo, this decadent dessert is sure to impress. Follow our step-by-step guide to create this delicious treat!
Ingredients:
Ice Cream:
- 500ml double cream
- 325ml whole milk
- 125ml espresso
- 1 vanilla pod, seeds scraped out
- 200g caster sugar
- 8 egg yolks
- 75ml dark rum
To Serve:
- 100ml whipping cream
- 1 tsp icing sugar
- A splash of vanilla extract
- Crushed ice
- 1 large cup sweetened black coffee, chilled
- A large pinch cocoa powder
Directions:
Prepare the Ice Cream:
- Warm the Cream Mixture:
- In a pan, combine 500ml double cream, 325ml whole milk, 125ml espresso, and the seeds from 1 vanilla pod.
- Heat the mixture until it starts steaming.
- Whisk Egg Yolks and Sugar:
- In a bowl or a free-standing mixer, whisk together 200g caster sugar and 8 egg yolks until the mixture turns pale.
- Combine and Cook:
- Gradually pour the warm cream mixture over the yolk mixture, whisking constantly to combine.
- Return the mixture to the pan and cook over low heat, stirring constantly until it coats the back of a spoon or reaches 82°C (180°F) on a digital thermometer.
- If the mixture scrambles slightly, strain it through a fine sieve.
- Cool and Churn:
- Allow the mixture to cool completely before adding 75ml dark rum.
- Churn the mixture in an ice cream maker until set, then transfer to a container and freeze until needed.
Serving Instructions:
- Prepare Whipped Cream:
- Whip 100ml of whipping cream with 1 tsp icing sugar and a splash of vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
- Assemble the Ice Café:
- In a serving glass, add crushed ice and pour over the chilled, sweetened black coffee.
- Top with a generous scoop of the homemade ice cream.
- Finish with a dollop of whipped cream and a pinch of cocoa powder.
Nutritional Information:
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cooking Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Calories: 350 per serving
- Servings: 4
Final Thoughts:
This Ice Café is a luxurious blend of rich flavors and creamy textures, perfect for any coffee lover. Whether you’re hosting a summer party or just looking to treat yourself, this dessert is sure to satisfy your cravings. Enjoy your creation and savor every delicious sip and bite!
Feel free to share your experience and any variations you tried with this recipe in the comments below. Happy cooking!
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Ice Café
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 1x
Ingredients
Ice Cream
500ml double cream
325ml whole milk
125ml espresso
1 vanilla pod, seeds scraped out
200g caster sugar
8 egg yolks
75ml dark rum
To Serve
100ml whipping cream
1 tsp icing sugar
A splash of vanilla extract
Crushed ice
1 large cup sweetened black coffee, chilled
A large pinch cocoa powder
Instructions
Prepare the Ice Cream:
1.1 Warm the cream, milk, coffee, and vanilla seeds in a pan until steaming.
1.2 Whisk the sugar and egg yolks in a bowl or a free-standing mixer until pale. Then, pour the warmed cream and milk over the yolk mixture, whisking constantly.
1.3 Return the mixture to the pan and cook slowly over low heat, stirring constantly, until it coats the back of a spoon or reads 82°C on a digital thermometer. If it scrambles a bit, strain the mixture through a fine sieve.
1.4 Cool the mixture completely before adding the rum. Churn in an ice-cream maker until set, then freeze until needed.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 350 Kcal