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Pisang Molen Ice Cream Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup mashed ripe bananas
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup chopped pisang molen (banana fritters)
- 1/4 cup chopped roasted peanuts

Special equipment needed:
- Ice cream maker

Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a large mixing bowl, combine mashed bananas and sugar. Mix well until sugar is dissolved.
2. Add heavy cream, whole milk, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and salt to the bowl. Mix well until all ingredients are fully combined.
3. Pour the mixture into the ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions.
4. Once the ice cream is done churning, fold in the chopped pisang molen and roasted peanuts.
5. Transfer the ice cream to a freezer-safe container and freeze for at least 2 hours or until firm.
6. Scoop and serve.


- Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
- Cooking time: 25 minutes
- Freezing time: 2 hours
Temperature:
- Churning temperature: 32°F to 40°F
- Freezing temperature: 0°F to -10°F
Serving size:
- This recipe makes about 1 quart of ice cream.
- Serving size: 1/2 cup

Nutritional information:
- Calories: 320
- Total fat: 22g
- Saturated fat: 12g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
- Sodium: 95mg
- Total carbohydrates: 28g
- Dietary fiber: 2g
- Sugars: 22g
- Protein: 4g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Instead of heavy cream, you can use half-and-half or whole milk.
- Instead of granulated sugar, you can use honey, maple syrup, or agave nectar.
- Instead of ground cinnamon, you can use ground nutmeg or cardamom.
- Instead of chopped pisang molen, you can use chopped banana bread or banana chips.
- Instead of chopped roasted peanuts, you can use chopped almonds or cashews.

Variations:
- Add chocolate chips or chopped chocolate for a chocolate banana flavor.
- Add caramel sauce or dulce de leche for a caramelized banana flavor.
- Add rum or bourbon for a boozy banana flavor.

Tips and tricks:
- Make sure the ice cream maker bowl is fully frozen before churning.
- Chill the ice cream mixture in the fridge for at least 2 hours before churning.
- Fold in the chopped pisang molen and roasted peanuts gently to avoid deflating the ice cream.
- For a softer ice cream, let it sit at room temperature for a few minutes before scooping.

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

Reheating instructions:
- Let the ice cream sit at room temperature for a few minutes before scooping.
- You can also microwave the ice cream for a few seconds to soften it.

Presentation ideas:
- Serve the ice cream in a waffle cone or bowl.
- Top the ice cream with whipped cream, caramel sauce, or chocolate syrup.
- Garnish the ice cream with sliced bananas or chopped peanuts.

Garnishes:
- Sliced bananas
- Chopped peanuts
- Whipped cream
- Caramel sauce
- Chocolate syrup

Pairings:
- Serve the ice cream with a cup of coffee or tea.
- Pair the ice cream with a slice of banana bread or a banana split.

Suggested side dishes:
- Fresh fruit salad
- Grilled pineapple
- Coconut rice

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the ice cream is too hard, let it sit at room temperature for a few minutes before scooping.
- If the ice cream is too soft, freeze it for a few more hours.

Food safety advice:
- Make sure all ingredients are fresh and properly stored.
- Wash your hands and all utensils before preparing the recipe.
- Keep the ice cream mixture and the finished product at a safe temperature to avoid bacterial growth.

Food history:
- Pisang molen is a popular Indonesian snack made of mashed bananas wrapped in pastry dough and deep-fried.
- Ice cream is believed to have originated in China around 200 BC and was brought to Europe by Marco Polo in the 13th century.

Flavor profiles:
- Sweet
- Creamy
- Banana
- Cinnamon
- Nutty

Serving suggestions:
- Serve the ice cream as a dessert after a meal.
- Serve the ice cream as a snack or treat on a hot day.

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Region: Indonesian

Taste: Sweet, Creamy, Nutty, Banana, Banana-Flavored