Coffee Almond Neapolitan Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup instant coffee granules
- 1/2 cup chopped almonds
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3 egg yolks
- 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder

Special equipment needed:
- Ice cream maker

Step-by-step instructions:

1. In a medium saucepan, combine heavy cream, whole milk, sugar, instant coffee granules, chopped almonds, vanilla extract, and salt. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until sugar and coffee granules have dissolved and mixture is hot but not boiling.

2. In a separate bowl, whisk together egg yolks until pale and frothy. Slowly pour a ladleful of the hot cream mixture into the egg yolks, whisking constantly to temper the eggs.

3. Pour the egg mixture back into the saucepan with the remaining cream mixture, whisking constantly. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and coats the back of a spoon, about 5-7 minutes.

4. Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a clean bowl. Stir in cocoa powder until fully incorporated.

5. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap, pressing the wrap directly onto the surface of the mixture to prevent a skin from forming. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, or overnight.

6. Churn the chilled mixture in an ice cream maker according to the manufacturer's instructions until it reaches a soft-serve consistency.

7. Transfer the ice cream to a freezer-safe container and freeze for at least 2 hours, or until firm.


Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 10 minutes
Chilling time: 4 hours or overnight
Freezing time: 2 hours
Temperature:
Medium heat
Serving size:
Makes about 1 quart of ice cream

Nutritional information:
Calories per serving: 320
Fat: 22g
Carbohydrates: 28g
Protein: 5g
Sugar: 24g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Almonds can be substituted with any other nut of your choice.
- Instant coffee granules can be substituted with 1/2 cup strong brewed coffee.
- Whole milk can be substituted with any other milk of your choice.

Variations:
- Omit the almonds for a classic coffee ice cream.
- Add 1/2 cup chopped chocolate for a mocha almond neapolitan.
- Substitute the cocoa powder with 1/2 cup strawberry puree for a coffee strawberry neapolitan.

Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to temper the eggs slowly to prevent them from curdling.
- Chill the mixture thoroughly before churning to ensure a smooth and creamy texture.
- For a stronger coffee flavor, add more instant coffee granules.

Storage instructions:
Store the ice cream in a freezer-safe container with a tight-fitting lid for up to 2 weeks.

Reheating instructions:
Allow the ice cream to soften at room temperature for a few minutes before scooping.

Presentation ideas:
Serve the ice cream in a bowl or cone, garnished with chopped almonds or a drizzle of chocolate syrup.

Garnishes:
Chopped almonds, chocolate syrup, whipped cream, fresh berries.

Pairings:
Coffee, hot chocolate, biscotti.

Suggested side dishes:
Fresh fruit, cookies, cake.

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the mixture curdles, strain it through a fine-mesh sieve to remove any lumps.
- If the ice cream is too hard, let it sit at room temperature for a few minutes to soften before scooping.

Food safety advice:
- Make sure to cook the egg mixture to a safe temperature of 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.

Food history:
Neapolitan ice cream is a classic dessert that originated in Italy in the late 19th century. It typically consists of three flavors of ice cream - vanilla, chocolate, and strawberry - arranged side by side in a single container.

Flavor profiles:
This coffee almond neapolitan has a rich and creamy coffee flavor, with a subtle nuttiness from the chopped almonds. The addition of cocoa powder gives it a deep chocolatey flavor that pairs perfectly with the coffee.

Serving suggestions:
Serve this ice cream as a refreshing dessert on a hot summer day, or as a sweet treat after dinner.

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Taste: Rich, Nutty, Sweet, Creamy, Aromatic