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Thai Tea Ice Cream

Creamy Thai Tea Ice Cream: No Churn, No Fuss Treat!

Indulge in this delightful Thai Tea Ice Cream that brilliantly blends traditional flavors without an ice cream maker.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Freezing Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 280

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 cup Thai Tea Mix Provides the signature flavor and bright color
  • 1 cup Whole Milk Can be substituted with almond or coconut milk
  • 1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream Divided into two parts for different steps
  • 1 2/3 Sweetened Condensed Milk Essential for texture, do not substitute
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Paste or Extract Enhances flavor
For the Garnish
  • 1/2 cup Coconut Flakes Unsweetened and toasted, optional but recommended

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • Fine mesh sieve
  • Mixing Bowl
  • electric mixer
  • Loaf pan or freezer-safe container

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. In a medium saucepan, combine Thai tea mix, whole milk, and ½ cup of heavy cream. Heat over medium-low until steaming, about 5–7 minutes. Remove from heat and steep for another 5 minutes.
  2. Using a fine mesh sieve, strain the steeped tea mixture to remove the tea leaves. Discard the solids and let the liquid cool.
  3. Whisk in sweetened condensed milk and vanilla extract into the cooled tea mixture until smooth.
  4. In a chilled mixing bowl, whip the remaining heavy cream until stiff peaks form, about 3–5 minutes.
  5. Gently fold the whipped cream into the tea mixture in 2–3 batches, being careful not to deflate the whipped cream.
  6. Pour the mixture into a prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. Cover tightly and freeze for at least 8 hours.
  7. Before serving, let the ice cream sit at room temperature for 10–15 minutes for easier scooping. Serve with toasted coconut flakes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 60mgPotassium: 250mgSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 150mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For the best flavor, steep the Thai tea mix fully and use cold equipment for whipping. Store leftovers tightly covered to prevent ice crystals.

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