Basil Ice Cream

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
4%
Basil Ice Cream
300 min.
3
434kcal

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Indulge your taste buds with a unique twist on a classic dessert: Basil Ice Cream. This delightful treat combines the creamy richness of traditional ice cream with the aromatic freshness of basil, creating a flavor profile that is both refreshing and unexpected. Perfect for those warm summer evenings or as a sophisticated finish to a dinner party, this ice cream is sure to impress your guests and leave them craving more.

Not only is this recipe vegetarian and gluten-free, but it also offers a delightful balance of sweetness and herbal notes, making it a standout choice for dessert lovers looking to try something new. With a preparation time of just 300 minutes, you can easily whip up this gourmet dessert in the comfort of your own kitchen.

Imagine the smooth, creamy texture melting in your mouth, complemented by the subtle hints of fresh basil. Each spoonful is a celebration of flavors that will transport you to a sun-drenched Italian garden. Whether enjoyed on its own or paired with fresh berries, this Basil Ice Cream is a culinary adventure that promises to elevate your dessert game. So gather your ingredients, fire up your ice cream maker, and get ready to treat yourself to a scoop of this extraordinary creation!

Ingredients

  • large egg yolk 
  • tablespoons basil fresh chopped
  • 0.5 cup cup heavy whipping cream 
  • 0.5 cup sugar 
  • cups milk whole

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sauce pan
  • sieve
  • blender
  • hand mixer
  • wooden spoon
  • kitchen thermometer
  • ice cream machine

Directions

  1. Bring milk, basil, 1/4 cup sugar, and a pinch of salt to a boil in a 2-quart heavy saucepan, stirring, then remove from heat and let steep 30 minutes.
  2. Transfer to a blender (reserve saucepan) and blend until basil is finely ground, about 1 minute.
  3. Beat together yolks and remaining 1/4 cup sugar in a medium bowl with an electric mixer until thick and pale, about 1 minute.
  4. Add milk mixture in a stream, beating until combined well.
  5. Pour mixture into reserved saucepan and cook over moderate heat, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon, until mixture coats back of spoon and registers 175°F on thermometer (do not let boil). Immediately remove from heat and pour through a fine-mesh sieve into a metal bowl. Set bowl in a larger bowl of ice water and stir until cold, 10 to 15 minutes.
  6. Stir in cream and freeze in ice cream maker.
  7. Transfer ice cream to an airtight container and put in freezer to harden, at least 2 hours.

Nutrition Facts

Calories434kcal
Protein9.16%
Fat52.17%
Carbs38.67%

Properties

Glycemic Index
59.36
Glycemic Load
26.17
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
11.679565196452%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:434.25kcal
21.71%
Fat:25.65g
39.46%
Saturated Fat:14.31g
89.47%
Carbohydrates:42.79g
14.26%
Net Carbohydrates:42.76g
15.55%
Sugar:42.38g
47.09%
Cholesterol:309.14mg
103.05%
Sodium:83.82mg
3.64%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:10.13g
20.26%
Phosphorus:276.82mg
27.68%
Calcium:259.37mg
25.94%
Vitamin A:1278.97IU
25.58%
Vitamin B2:0.43mg
25.09%
Selenium:17.18µg
24.54%
Vitamin D:3.65µg
24.32%
Vitamin B12:1.38µg
23.06%
Vitamin B5:1.39mg
13.9%
Vitamin B6:0.2mg
9.78%
Vitamin K:10.22µg
9.73%
Vitamin B1:0.14mg
9.31%
Folate:36.04µg
9.01%
Potassium:312.96mg
8.94%
Zinc:1.3mg
8.69%
Vitamin E:1.05mg
6.98%
Magnesium:24.71mg
6.18%
Iron:0.74mg
4.1%
Manganese:0.04mg
2.18%
Copper:0.03mg
1.67%
Vitamin B3:0.22mg
1.1%
Source:Epicurious