Coffee Ice Cream: A Creamy, Dreamy Treat for Coffee Lovers Everywhere
Rich, creamy, and infused with bold coffee flavor, this Coffee Ice Cream is a dream come true for caffeine lovers. Perfect for hot days or as a sophisticated dessert treat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 30 minutes (includes chilling and freezing)
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Churned
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons instant espresso powder or strong brewed espresso (cooled)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together heavy cream, milk, sugar, espresso powder, vanilla, and salt until the sugar is dissolved and the mixture is smooth.
- Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours or until cold.
- Pour into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions, usually 20–25 minutes.
- Transfer to a lidded container and freeze for at least 4 hours or until firm.
- Scoop and serve as desired. Enjoy!
Notes
- Use decaf espresso powder for a caffeine-free version.
- Add chocolate chips or crushed chocolate-covered espresso beans for texture.
- No ice cream maker? Freeze mixture in a shallow dish and stir every 30 minutes for 2–3 hours.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 60mg