Housemade Ice Cream & Sorbet Recipe
Choice of: coffee, candied ginger, seasonal sorbet
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Ingredients
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Ice Cream Base
Coffee Flavoring
Candied Ginger Flavoring
Seasonal Sorbet Base
Method
Ice Cream Base Preparation
- 1
Combine Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, whole milk, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until the sugar has fully dissolved.
- 2
Chill the Mixture
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and place it in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours or overnight to chill thoroughly.
Coffee Flavoring Preparation
- 3
Add Coffee
Once the ice cream base has chilled, slowly mix in the strong brewed coffee until fully combined.
- 4
Churn the Mixture
Pour the mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions until it reaches a soft-serve consistency.
- 5
Freeze
Transfer the churned ice cream to an airtight container and freeze for at least 4 hours before serving.
Candied Ginger Flavoring Preparation
- 6
Incorporate Ginger
After churning the ice cream base, fold in the chopped candied ginger until evenly distributed.
- 7
Freeze
Transfer the finished ice cream to an airtight container and freeze for at least 4 hours before serving.
Seasonal Sorbet Preparation
- 8
Combine Sorbet Ingredients
In a mixing bowl, combine the fruit puree, granulated sugar, and lemon juice. Whisk until the sugar is dissolved and the mixture is smooth.
- 9
Churn the Sorbet
Pour the sorbet mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions until it reaches a smooth texture.
- 10
Freeze
Transfer the churned sorbet into an airtight container and freeze for at least 4 hours before serving.