Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup cherry puree
- 1/2 cup elaeagnus berries
- 6 egg yolks
- 1/4 tsp salt
Special equipment needed:
- Ice cream maker
- Fine mesh strainer
- Large mixing bowl
- Whisk
- Saucepan
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a saucepan, heat the heavy cream, whole milk, and sugar over medium heat until the sugar dissolves, stirring occasionally.
2. In a separate bowl, whisk the egg yolks until they are light and frothy.
3. Slowly pour the hot cream mixture into the bowl with the egg yolks, whisking constantly to prevent the eggs from curdling.
4. Pour the mixture back into the saucepan and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon, until the mixture thickens and coats the back of the spoon.
5. Remove from heat and strain the mixture through a fine mesh strainer into a large mixing bowl.
6. Stir in the cherry puree, elaeagnus berries, and salt until well combined.
7. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
8. Once chilled, pour the mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions.
9. Transfer the ice cream to a container and freeze for at least 2 hours or until firm.
- Time:
Preparation time: 20 minutes
- Cooking time: 10 minutes
- Chilling time: 4 hours or overnight
- Freezing time: 2 hours
Temperature:
- Cooking temperature: Medium heat
- Chilling temperature: Refrigerator (approximately 40°F)
- Freezing temperature: Freezer (approximately 0°F)
Serving size:
- This recipe makes about 1 quart of ice cream.
- Serving size: 1/2 cup
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 320
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Cholesterol: 200mg
- Sodium: 90mg
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 26g
- Protein: 4g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Heavy cream: You can use half-and-half or light cream instead of heavy cream.
- Whole milk: You can use 2% or skim milk instead of whole milk.
- Granulated sugar: You can use honey, maple syrup, or agave nectar instead of granulated sugar.
- Cherry puree: You can use any other fruit puree instead of cherry puree.
- Elaeagnus berries: You can use any other type of berries instead of elaeagnus berries.
Variations:
- You can add chopped nuts, chocolate chips, or cookie crumbs to the ice cream mixture before churning.
- You can use different types of fruit puree and berries to create different flavors of ice cream.
- You can add a splash of vanilla extract or almond extract to the ice cream mixture for extra flavor.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to strain the ice cream mixture through a fine mesh strainer to remove any lumps or chunks.
- Chill the ice cream mixture for at least 4 hours or overnight to ensure a smooth and creamy texture.
- Don't overfill the ice cream maker, as the mixture will expand as it churns.
- Freeze the ice cream for at least 2 hours or until firm before serving.
Storage instructions:
- Store the ice cream in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 2 weeks.
Reheating instructions:
- Let the ice cream sit at room temperature for a few minutes before scooping.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve the ice cream in a bowl or cone.
- Top the ice cream with whipped cream, fresh fruit, or chocolate sauce.
Garnishes:
- Fresh fruit
- Whipped cream
- Chocolate sauce
- Chopped nuts
- Cookie crumbs
Pairings:
- Cherry Elaeagnus Ice Cream pairs well with fresh fruit, chocolate desserts, and coffee.
Suggested side dishes:
- Fresh fruit salad
- Chocolate cake
- Coffee
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the ice cream mixture is too thin, cook it for a few more minutes until it thickens.
- If the ice cream is too hard, let it sit at room temperature for a few minutes before scooping.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to cook the egg yolks until they are thick and creamy to avoid any risk of foodborne illness.
- Store the ice cream in the freezer at 0°F or below to prevent the growth of harmful bacteria.
Food history:
- Elaeagnus berries are native to Asia and have been used in traditional Chinese medicine for centuries.
- Cherry ice cream is a classic dessert that dates back to the 18th century.
Flavor profiles:
- Cherry Elaeagnus Ice Cream has a sweet and fruity flavor with a hint of tartness from the elaeagnus berries.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve the ice cream as a dessert after a meal or as a refreshing treat on a hot day.
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