Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 cup dulce de leche
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Special equipment needed:
- Ice cream maker
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a medium saucepan, combine heavy cream, whole milk, dulce de leche, granulated sugar, and salt. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture is smooth and the sugar has dissolved.
2. Remove the mixture from the heat and stir in vanilla extract.
3. Pour the mixture into a bowl and let it cool to room temperature.
4. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
5. Once the mixture is chilled, pour it into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions.
6. Transfer the ice cream to a freezer-safe container and freeze for at least 4 hours or until firm.
Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 10 minutes
Chilling time: 2 hours or overnight
Freezing time: 4 hours
Temperature:
Cooking temperature: medium heat
Chilling temperature: room temperature
Freezing temperature: freezer temperature
Serving size:
This recipe makes about 1 quart of ice cream, which serves 4-6 people.
Nutritional information:
Calories per serving: 400
Total fat: 28g
Saturated fat: 17g
Cholesterol: 100mg
Sodium: 160mg
Total carbohydrates: 36g
Dietary fiber: 0g
Sugars: 34g
Protein: 4g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Heavy cream: You can use half-and-half or light cream instead of heavy cream, but the ice cream will be less rich and creamy.
- Whole milk: You can use 2% or skim milk instead of whole milk, but the ice cream will be less creamy.
- Dulce de leche: You can make your own dulce de leche by simmering sweetened condensed milk for several hours until it turns caramel-colored and thick. Alternatively, you can use caramel sauce or butterscotch sauce instead of dulce de leche.
Variations:
- Chocolate dulce de leche ice cream: Stir in 1/2 cup cocoa powder to the ice cream mixture before chilling.
- Salted caramel dulce de leche ice cream: Sprinkle coarse sea salt on top of the ice cream before freezing.
- Nutty dulce de leche ice cream: Stir in chopped nuts, such as pecans or almonds, to the ice cream mixture before churning.
Tips and tricks:
- Be sure to stir the ice cream mixture constantly while cooking to prevent it from scorching.
- Chill the mixture thoroughly before churning to ensure a smooth and creamy texture.
- If you don't have an ice cream maker, you can still make this recipe by pouring the chilled mixture into a shallow dish and freezing it for 30 minutes. Then, stir the mixture vigorously with a fork to break up any ice crystals and return it to the freezer. Repeat this process every 30 minutes until the ice cream is firm.
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 sit at room temperature for a few minutes to soften before serving.
Presentation ideas:
Serve the ice cream in bowls or cones, topped with whipped cream and a drizzle of dulce de leche.
Garnishes:
Whipped cream, caramel sauce, chopped nuts, or chocolate shavings.
Pairings:
This ice cream pairs well with warm brownies or chocolate cake.
Suggested side dishes:
Fresh fruit or a fruit salad.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the ice cream is too hard, let it sit at room temperature for a few minutes to soften before serving.
- If the ice cream is too soft, freeze it for another hour or until firm.
Food safety advice:
- Be sure to cook the ice cream 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.
Food history:
Dulce de leche is a caramel-like sauce made from sweetened condensed milk that is popular in Latin American cuisine. It is used in a variety of desserts, including ice cream, cakes, and pastries.
Flavor profiles:
This ice cream is rich, creamy, and sweet, with a caramel-like flavor from the dulce de leche.
Serving suggestions:
Serve this ice cream as a dessert after a Latin American-themed meal.
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Region: Argentina