Espresso Ice Cream

Indulge in the rich, velvety decadence of homemade Espresso Ice Cream, a coffee lover's dream treat! This creamy dessert combines the bold intensity of espresso powder with the luxurious texture of a custard-based ice cream, crafted from a blend of whole milk, heavy cream, and silky egg yolks. Infused with a touch of vanilla extract and perfectly balanced with a hint of salt, this recipe achieves a harmonious depth of flavor in every scoop. Whether enjoyed as an after-dinner dessert or a revitalizing afternoon snack, Espresso Ice Cream delivers a smooth, caffeinated kick that feels both indulgent and refreshing. With just 20 minutes of hands-on prep and a few simple steps, this small-batch recipe guarantees artisanal-quality ice cream perfect for satisfying your java cravings at home.

Nutriscore Rating: 43/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 cup Whole milk
• 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
• 2 tablespoons Espresso powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 2 cups Heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 4 large Egg yolks

Directions

Step 1

In a medium saucepan, combine the whole milk, granulated sugar, espresso powder, and salt over medium heat. Stir until the sugar and espresso powder are fully dissolved. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the egg yolks until they are light in color.

Step 3

Slowly add the warm milk mixture to the egg yolks, whisking constantly to prevent the eggs from cooking.

Step 4

Return the mixture to the saucepan. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon or heatproof spatula, until the mixture thickens and coats the back of the spoon (about 170°F to 180°F). Do not let it boil.

Step 5

Pour the heavy cream into a large bowl with a fine mesh sieve on top. Strain the warm custard mixture into the heavy cream to remove any cooked egg bits.

Step 6

Add the vanilla extract to the combined mixture and stir well.

Step 7

Cover and refrigerate the ice cream base for at least 4 hours, or overnight, to chill thoroughly.

Step 8

Once chilled, churn the mixture in an ice cream maker according to the manufacturer's instructions.

Step 9

Transfer the churned ice cream into an airtight container and freeze for at least 3 hours to firm it up before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(962.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2582.3

Total Fat 185.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 106.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g
Cholesterol 1247.3mg	0%
Sodium 873.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 170.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 0g	0%
Total Sugars 162.7g
Protein 18.8g	0%

Vitamin D 180.6IU	0%
Calcium 392.3mg	0%
Iron 1.8mg	0%
Potassium 449mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 68.9%

Protein: 3.1%

Carbs: 28.0%