Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup chopped liquorice allsorts candies
Special equipment needed:
- Ice cream maker
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a medium saucepan, combine the heavy cream, whole milk, sugar, vanilla extract, and salt. Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar has dissolved and the mixture is hot but not boiling.
2. Remove the saucepan from the heat and let it cool to room temperature.
3. Once the mixture has cooled, pour it into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions.
4. During the last few minutes of churning, add the chopped liquorice allsorts candies to the ice cream maker and continue churning until the candies are evenly distributed.
5. 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
Churning time: 20-25 minutes
Freezing time: 2 hours
5. Temperature:
Medium heat for cooking the mixture
Serving size:
Makes about 1 quart of ice cream
Nutritional information:
Calories per serving: 320
Fat per serving: 20g
Carbohydrates per serving: 32g
Protein per serving: 3g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- You can use half-and-half instead of heavy cream for a lighter ice cream.
- You can use any type of candy or mix-ins that you prefer instead of liquorice allsorts.
Variations:
- You can add a few drops of black food coloring to give the ice cream a darker color.
- You can add a teaspoon of anise extract to enhance the liquorice flavor.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure the mixture has cooled to room temperature before churning to prevent the ice cream from becoming grainy.
- Chilling the mixture in the refrigerator for a few hours before churning can help the ice cream freeze faster and result in a smoother texture.
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 serving.
Presentation ideas:
Serve the ice cream in a bowl or cone and top with additional chopped liquorice allsorts candies.
Garnishes:
Chopped liquorice allsorts candies or a drizzle of chocolate sauce.
Pairings:
Serve the ice cream with a cup of hot tea or coffee.
Suggested side dishes:
Fresh fruit or a slice of pound cake.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the ice cream is too soft, freeze it for a few more hours until it reaches the desired consistency.
- If the ice cream is too hard, let it soften at room temperature for a few minutes before serving.
Food safety advice:
Make sure to use pasteurized dairy products and wash your hands and utensils thoroughly before preparing the recipe.
Food history:
Liquorice allsorts candies were first created in the UK in 1899 by a confectionery company called Bassett's.
Flavor profiles:
The ice cream has a creamy vanilla base with a sweet and slightly salty liquorice flavor.
Serving suggestions:
Serve the ice cream as a dessert after a meal or as a sweet treat on a hot day.
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Taste: Sweet, Creamy, Licorice, Sugary, Tangy, Licorice-Flavored