Description
A rich and creamy espresso ice cream swirled with decadent dark chocolate, perfect for indulging and sharing with loved ones.
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups whole milk
- 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 3 tablespoons corn syrup
- 5 teaspoons cornstarch
- 3 tablespoons cream cheese
- 1/8 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 1/4 cup dark roast espresso beans (coarsely ground)
- 1/4 cup Kahlúa
- 4 ounces good quality dark chocolate
- 2 1/2 tablespoons coconut oil
Instructions
- Start by making a cornstarch slurry: In a small prep bowl, combine the cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of milk. Stir until smooth and set aside.
- In a separate large mixing bowl, place the cream cheese and sea salt, then beat them until the mixture is smooth.
- In a large, heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine the remaining milk, heavy cream, sugar, and corn syrup. Bring this mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally with a wooden spoon.
- Once boiling, reduce the heat to a low boil and cook for 4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Remove from heat and stir in the coarsely ground espresso beans. Allow the mixture to steep for 5 minutes.
- Set up a fine mesh sieve over a medium bowl and strain the coffee mixture, discarding the coffee grounds.
- Clean the saucepan, and transfer the strained coffee mixture back into it.
- Gradually whisk in the cornstarch slurry into the coffee mixture and bring it back to boil over the stovetop, whisking constantly for 1 minute or until thickened.
- Ladle about 1/2 cup of the hot coffee mixture into the cream cheese bowl, mixing well. Once smooth, incorporate the rest of the coffee mixture into the cream cheese and stir.
- Add the Kahlúa, mix, cover, and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- While your mixture chills, prepare the dark chocolate swirls: Melt the chocolate and coconut oil together in a microwave or double boiler until smooth.
- Assemble your ice cream according to your chosen method, creating beautiful layers of dark chocolate throughout the espresso base.
Notes
Use good quality dark chocolate for the best flavor. Adjust steeping time according to your taste preference for stronger or milder coffee notes.
