Bastani Sonnati Persian Saffron Ice Cream
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4.8
Bastani Sonnati Persian Saffron Ice Cream
Description
This ice cream is prepared by blooming saffron threads on ice to release their vibrant color and scent, which blends into sweetened condensed milk combined with rosewater and ground cardamom for floral and warm spice notes. Heavy cream is whipped to stiff peaks and gently folded into this mixture to create a light yet rich texture.
Chopped raw pistachios add a crunchy contrast and a fresh nutty flavor. The mixture is transferred to a loaf pan, covered, and frozen for at least eight hours to set.
Before serving, letting the ice cream soften slightly at room temperature for a few minutes makes scooping easier and enhances the creamy mouthfeel. This ice cream captures the unique floral and spice flavors characteristic of traditional Persian ice creams.
Store leftovers covered in the freezer up to one week to maintain freshness and texture, and avoid using dairy-free substitutes as they do not provide the proper richness or structure.
Ingredients
- 1/2 tsp saffron threads
- ice cubes
- 1 can sweetened condensed milk 14 oz.
- 1 tbsp rosewater
- 1/2 tsp ground cardamom
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1/2 cup pistachio chopped, raw unsalted
Instructions
- Grind the saffron using a small pestle and mortar. Sprinkle it over 2-3 ice cubes in a small bowl and leave it at room temperature to melt. This will be your bloomed saffron.
- In a bowl, mix the sweetened condensed milk with bloomed saffron, rosewater and ground cardamom using a spoon. Set aside.
- Whip the cold heavy cream in a large bowl using an electric mixer until stiff peaks form.
- Using a spatula, gently fold in the sweetened condensed milk mixture.
- Fold in the chopped pistachios gently. You can use a spatula for this step.
- Transfer the ice cream to a 9x5 loaf pan and top with more pistachios if desired. Cover with a plastic wrap and freeze for 8 hours.
- To serve, let the saffron ice cream sit at room temperature for 2 to 4 minutes. Scoop out Persian saffron ice cream and serve.
Notes
- Use real dairy heavy cream and sweetened condensed milk to achieve the proper texture and rich flavor.
- Store leftovers covered or in a freezer-safe container for up to one week to maintain quality.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 408 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 408kcal | 20% |
| Carbohydrates | 31g | 10% |
| Protein | 7g | 14% |
| Fat | 30g | 46% |
| Saturated Fat | 17g | 85% |
| Cholesterol | 98mg | 33% |
| Sodium | 86mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 307mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 28g | 56% |
| Vitamin A | 1039IU | 21% |
| Vitamin C | 2mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 187mg | 19% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
4.8
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