Almond Ice Cream
Almond ice cream is a special and rich-tasting dessert that combines the delicious aroma of toasted almonds with the creamy texture of ice cream. Almonds have been consumed for thousands of years and are especially popular in Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisines. Toasted almonds give the ice cream an intense, sweetish flavor, which is further softened by the vanilla extract. If you want to make it even more special, you can garnish it with a few caramelized almond pieces or chocolate shavings. This ice cream is the perfect choice for a summer afternoon, or even as an elegant dessert for any festive occasion. Try this mouth-watering almond ice cream recipe and enjoy the rich taste of nuts in every bite!
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Preparation Steps
1
In a dry skillet, toast the almonds over low heat for 2-3 minutes, until fragrant. Let them cool, then finely chop them.
2
In a saucepan, combine the heavy cream, milk, and sugar. Heat over medium heat, stirring until the sugar is completely dissolved. Do not boil.
3
In a separate bowl, whisk the egg yolks. Gradually whisk in a small amount of the warm milk mixture to temper the eggs and prevent them from scrambling.
4
Pour the egg mixture back into the saucepan. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until the cream thickens slightly and coats the back of a spoon.
5
Remove from heat, add the chopped toasted almonds and vanilla extract, and mix well. Let the mixture cool completely to room temperature.
6
Pour the mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions. If you don't have an ice cream maker, pour the mixture into a freezer-safe container and stir every hour during the freezing process.
7
Freeze for at least 4-5 hours, or until firm. Allow it to sit at room temperature for a few minutes before serving.
