Italian Coffee Ice Cream Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.In a saucepan, heat the milk and sugar over medium heat until the sugar has dissolved.
• STEP 2.In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg yolks until smooth.
• STEP 3.Slowly pour the hot milk mixture into the egg yolks, whisking constantly to prevent curdling.
• STEP 4.Return the mixture to the saucepan and cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until it thickens and coats the back of a spoon.
• STEP 5.Remove from heat and stir in the espresso until well combined.
• STEP 6.Transfer the mixture to a bowl and let it cool completely.
• STEP 7.Once cooled, stir in the heavy cream.
• STEP 8.Pour the mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions.
• STEP 9.Transfer the churned ice cream to a lidded container and freeze for at least 4 hours or until firm.
• STEP 10.Serve the Italian Coffee Ice Cream in bowls or cones and enjoy!

Cooking Tips

• Make sure to use a good quality espresso for the best flavor.
• If you don't have an ice cream maker, you can pour the mixture into a lidded container and freeze, stirring every hour until it reaches the desired consistency.
• For an extra indulgent treat, serve the Italian Coffee Ice Cream with a drizzle of chocolate sauce or a sprinkle of cocoa powder.

Storage and Serving

• Store the Italian Coffee Ice Cream in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 2 weeks.
• To serve, let the ice cream soften at room temperature for a few minutes before scooping.
• Enjoy the ice cream on its own or use it to make affogato by pouring a shot of hot espresso over a scoop of the ice cream.