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Black Sesame Ice Cream Recipe 1765610047.9264855

black sesame ice cream recipe

  • Author: Nicole Martinez
  • Total Time: 555 minutes
  • Yield: 1.25 quarts (about 10 servings) 1x
  • Diet: General

Description

This easy black sesame ice cream recipe offers a rich, nutty flavor and deep color, often enhanced with a vibrant ube coconut swirl. It’s a family-friendly dessert perfect for special occasions or a unique twist on a classic treat.

Ingredients

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  • 0.5 cup toasted black sesame seeds
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 0.75 cup granulated sugar (for base)
  • 5 large egg yolks
  • 1 teaspoon alcohol-free vanilla extract
  • 0.5 cup unsweetened ube puree
  • 0.5 cup full-fat coconut milk
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (for swirl)
  • 0.25 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Toast and Grind Black Sesame Seeds: In a dry 10-inch skillet over medium-low heat, toast black sesame seeds until fragrant and slightly popping. Once cooled, process them in a food processor until a thick, oily paste forms.
  2. Simmer and Infuse Base: Gently heat heavy cream, whole milk, and 0.75 cup granulated sugar in a medium saucepan until small bubbles appear (do not boil). Whisk egg yolks separately, then gradually ladle about 0.5 cup of the hot cream into the yolks, whisking continuously until tempered. Pour tempered yolks back into the saucepan. Cook over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, until custard thickens to coat the back of a spoon (approximately 80 degrees C or 175 degrees F), ensuring it does not boil. Remove from heat and stir in the black sesame paste and vanilla; (if your custard shows any tiny lumps, pass it through a fine-mesh sieve now for ultimate smoothness).
  3. Chill Thoroughly and Prepare Swirl: Pour the custard through a sieve into a clean bowl, cover the surface tightly with plastic wrap, and chill in the refrigerator until completely cold (at least 4 hours or preferably overnight). While the base chills, prepare the Ube Coconut Swirl by combining ube puree, coconut milk, 2 tablespoons sugar, and salt in a small saucepan, then stirring until jam-like and cooling completely.
  4. Churn Ice Cream: Pour the thoroughly chilled black sesame custard into your ice cream maker. Churn according to manufacturer’s instructions until it reaches a soft-serve consistency (usually within 20-30 minutes). During the last 5 minutes of churning, or as you transfer it, gently drizzle in the chilled Ube Coconut Swirl to create beautiful purple ribbons (avoid overmixing to keep distinct swirls).
  5. Freeze for Firmness: Transfer the churned black sesame ice cream to a freezer-safe container, cover it tightly, and freeze for at least 4-6 hours, or until firm enough to scoop cleanly.

Notes

To simplify, use pre-ground black sesame paste. Chilling the base overnight is a good shortcut. For dairy-free, swap heavy cream and whole milk for full-fat coconut cream and plant-based milk. Always use fresh black sesame seeds for best flavor.

  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Churning, Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Asian-inspired, American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 0.5 cup (about 90 g)
  • Calories: 280 calories
  • Sugar: 25 g
  • Sodium: 70 mg
  • Fat: 18 g
  • Saturated Fat: 10 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 40 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Protein: 5 g
  • Cholesterol: 80 mg

Keywords: black sesame, ice cream, ube, coconut, dessert, homemade, creamy, nutty, easy, family-friendly

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