Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 6 large egg yolks
- 1/4 cup malted milk powder
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Special Equipment Needed:
- Ice cream maker
- Large bowl
- Whisk
- Saucepan
- Fine-mesh strainer
Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. In a large bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, whole milk, sugar, and salt until the sugar is dissolved.
2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg yolks.
3. Slowly pour the egg yolks into the cream mixture, whisking constantly.
4. In a saucepan, heat the cream mixture over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, until it thickens and coats the back of a spoon, about 10 minutes.
5. Remove the saucepan from the heat and strain the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a bowl.
6. Stir in the malted milk powder and the vanilla extract.
7. Place the bowl in the refrigerator and chill for at least 4 hours.
8. Once the mixture is chilled, pour it into an ice cream maker and freeze according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
9. Once the ice cream is frozen, transfer it to an airtight container and freeze for at least 2 hours before serving.
Time:
Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 10 minutes
Chilling Time: 4 hours
Freezing Time: 2 hours
Serving Size: 8
Nutritional Information (per serving):
Calories: 270
Fat: 18g
Carbohydrates: 22g
Protein: 4g
Substitutions for Ingredients:
- Heavy cream: Half-and-half or evaporated milk
- Whole milk: Low-fat or skim milk
- Granulated sugar: Brown sugar or honey
- Malted milk powder: Cocoa powder or peanut butter powder
Variations:
- Add 1/2 cup of chopped nuts or chocolate chips to the mixture before freezing.
- Add 1/4 cup of caramel sauce or hot fudge sauce to the mixture before freezing.
Tips and Tricks:
- Make sure to chill the mixture thoroughly before freezing in the ice cream maker.
- For a softer ice cream, add 1/4 cup of vodka or rum to the mixture before freezing.
Storage Instructions:
Store the ice cream in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 2 months.
Reheating Instructions:
The ice cream can be served directly from the freezer.
Presentation Ideas:
Serve the ice cream in a bowl topped with chopped nuts, chocolate chips, caramel sauce, or hot fudge sauce.
Garnishes:
Chopped nuts, chocolate chips, caramel sauce, or hot fudge sauce.
Pairings:
Serve the ice cream with a slice of pie or cake.
Suggested Side Dishes:
Serve the ice cream with a fruit salad or a bowl of fresh berries.
Troubleshooting Advice:
If the ice cream is too hard, add a tablespoon of cream or milk to the mixture before freezing.
Food Safety Advice:
Keep the ice cream stored in the freezer at all times.
Food History:
Malted milk was invented in the late 19th century as a health food. It was originally made from a mixture of malted barley, wheat flour, and evaporated milk.
Flavor Profiles:
This ice cream has a creamy, sweet flavor with a hint of malt.
Serving Suggestions:
Serve the ice cream as a dessert or as a topping for a sundae.
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