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Creamy Thai Tea Ice Cream that Will Echo in Your Dreams

Indulge in the delightful flavors of Thai Tea Ice Cream, a simple yet exotic treat that will impress your friends and family.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 4 hours
Servings: 6 cups
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 3 tablespoons Thai tea leaves The star of the dish, infusing ice cream with aroma and flavor.
  • 1 cup Granulated sugar Adjust to taste.
  • 1 cup Whole milk Adds creaminess.
  • 1 cup Heavy cream Contributes to indulgent creaminess.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract Enhances flavor profile.
For the Mix-In
  • pinch Salt Enhances sweetness and balances flavors.

Equipment

  • Ice cream maker
  • medium saucepan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Airtight container

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Thai Tea Ice Cream
  1. Boil 2 cups of water in a medium saucepan. Add 3 tablespoons of Thai tea leaves, steep for 15 minutes, then strain and cool.
  2. Combine cooled Thai tea with 1 cup of sugar and a pinch of salt in a mixing bowl; whisk until sugar dissolves.
  3. Fold in 1 cup of whole milk and 1 cup of heavy cream until well incorporated.
  4. Add 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract and stir gently to combine.
  5. Transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
  6. Churn the mixture in an ice cream maker for 20-25 minutes until it reaches soft-serve consistency.
  7. Transfer to a loaf pan or airtight container, smooth the top, and freeze for at least 4 hours.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 30mgPotassium: 300mgSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 150mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For best results, use quality Thai tea leaves and ensure the base is chilled before churning.

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