Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 4 egg yolks
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup cooked and crumbled bacon
- 1 cup chopped brownies
Special equipment needed:
- Ice cream maker
- Candy thermometer
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a medium saucepan, combine the heavy cream, whole milk, sugar, cocoa powder, and salt. Whisk until smooth.
2. Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture reaches 170°F on a candy thermometer.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk the egg yolks until smooth.
4. Slowly pour about 1 cup of the hot cream mixture into the egg yolks, whisking constantly to temper the eggs.
5. Pour the egg mixture back into the saucepan with the remaining cream mixture and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and coats the back of a spoon.
6. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
7. Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a clean bowl.
8. Cover with plastic wrap, pressing it directly onto the surface of the mixture to prevent a skin from forming.
9. Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours or overnight.
10. Churn the mixture in an ice cream maker according to the manufacturer's instructions.
11. During the last few minutes of churning, add the crumbled bacon and chopped brownies.
12. Transfer the ice cream to a freezer-safe container and freeze until firm, at least 4 hours.
Time:
Preparation time: 20 minutes
Cooking time: 15 minutes
Chilling time: 2 hours or overnight
Freezing time: 4 hours
Temperature:
Cooking temperature: Medium heat
Chilling temperature: Refrigerator temperature
Freezing temperature: Freezer temperature
Serving size:
Makes about 1 quart of ice cream. Serves 4-6.
Nutritional information:
Calories per serving: 400
Total fat: 24g
Saturated fat: 13g
Cholesterol: 190mg
Sodium: 270mg
Total carbohydrates: 40g
Dietary fiber: 3g
Total sugars: 32g
Protein: 8g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- You can use half-and-half instead of heavy cream for a lighter ice cream.
- You can use any type of brownies for this recipe, such as fudgy, cakey, or chewy.
Variations:
- You can add chopped nuts, such as pecans or walnuts, for extra crunch.
- You can add a swirl of caramel or chocolate sauce for extra sweetness.
- You can use maple bacon instead of regular bacon for a different flavor.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to temper the egg yolks with a small amount of the hot cream mixture before adding them to the saucepan to prevent them from curdling.
- Chill the mixture thoroughly before churning to ensure a smooth and creamy texture.
- Add the bacon and brownies during the last few minutes of churning to distribute them evenly throughout the ice cream.
Storage instructions:
Store the ice cream in a freezer-safe container with a tight-fitting lid for up to 2 weeks.
Reheating instructions:
Let the ice cream soften at room temperature for a few minutes before scooping.
Presentation ideas:
Serve the ice cream in bowls or cones, topped with extra crumbled bacon and chopped brownies.
Garnishes:
- Crumbled bacon
- Chopped brownies
- Caramel or chocolate sauce
- Chopped nuts
Pairings:
- Serve with a glass of cold milk or a cup of hot coffee.
- Pair with a slice of warm apple pie or a chocolate chip cookie.
Suggested side dishes:
- Fresh fruit salad
- Grilled peaches
- Cinnamon sugar donuts
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the ice cream mixture curdles or separates, strain it through a fine-mesh sieve and whisk it vigorously to emulsify it again.
- If the ice cream is too hard, let it soften at room temperature for a few minutes before scooping.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to cook the egg mixture to at least 160°F to kill any harmful bacteria.
- Store the ice cream in a freezer-safe container with a tight-fitting lid to prevent freezer burn and contamination.
Food history:
- Ice cream has been around since ancient China and Persia, but it became popular in Europe and America in the 18th and 19th centuries.
- Bacon has been a popular breakfast food in America since the 1920s, and it has since been used in a variety of sweet and savory dishes.
Flavor profiles:
- This ice cream is rich, creamy, and chocolatey, with a salty and smoky flavor from the bacon and a chewy texture from the brownies.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve this ice cream as a fun and unexpected dessert for a summer barbecue or a game night with friends.
- This ice cream would also make a great topping for waffles or pancakes for a decadent brunch.
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