Jalapeño Ice Cream Recipe
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
20 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Additional Time
6 hrs
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Total Time
6 hrs 30 mins
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Servings
10 servings
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Calories
232 kcal
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Course
Dessert
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Cuisine
North American
Jalapeño Ice Cream Recipe
Description
The Jalapeño Ice Cream recipe creates a creamy base from heavy cream and milk infused with pureed jalapeños. The fresh lime juice and zest add a bright acidity to cut through the richness and spice. The egg yolk custard, thickened gently on the stovetop with sugar, honey, and a pinch of salt, adds depth and smoothness to the ice cream’s texture.
The method involves straining the jalapeño cream to remove solids, combining it with the custard, and chilling the mixture thoroughly before churning. The result is an ice cream with a creamy, smooth mouthfeel and a distinct spicy note from the jalapeños. Leaving seeds in the puree increases the heat and texture contrast, though they can be strained out if a smoother consistency is preferred.
This ice cream offers a unique pairing of sweet, creamy, and spicy elements and can be enjoyed straight or paired with savory dishes, tacos, or grilled meats as a cooling counterpoint. It’s a creative way to experiment with spicy flavors in desserts.
To prepare well, chill the ice cream maker bowl as directed and use a high-speed blender for better puree texture. Adjust jalapeño seed content to control heat. The ice cream base can be strained to remove chunks if desired but keeping jalapeño bits adds character. The honey adds subtle earthy sweetness complementing the jalapeños.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups heavy cream
- 3 medium jalapeños stemmed and seeded
- ¼ cup lime juice fresh
- 1 teaspoon lime fresh, zest
- 4 large egg yolk
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 ½ cups milk whole
- ¼ cup honey
- ½ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Add the heavy cream and jalapeños to a high-speed blender and blend until smooth and combined, about 2 minutes - see notes. Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a large bowl. Add the lime juice and lime zest and whisk to combine. Set aside.
- In a medium bowl, whisk the egg yolks and granulated sugar.
- In a medium-sized pot, add the milk, honey, and salt and place the pot on medium heat. When the milk is gently steaming, slowly pour it into the egg yolks, whisking constantly. Return the mixture to the pot and cook, stirring constantly, until it has thickened enough to coat the back of a spoon.
- Strain the custard through a fine-mesh sieve into the bowl with the jalapeño mixture. Whisk to combine. Place a piece of parchment paper directly on the surface of the custard and place it in the fridge to chill for at least 4 hours, or until very cold.
- Churn the ice cream until a soft serve consistency– usually about 16-20 minutes. Once churned, transfer the ice cream to a loaf pan and press a piece of parchment paper on top. Freeze until set– at least 6 hours but preferably overnight. Scoop and enjoy.
Notes
- Chill your ice cream maker bowl for at least 24 hours before use for best results.
- If you don't have a high-speed blender, expect some jalapeño bits; you can strain to remove them or leave them for added texture and heat.
- Adjust the number of jalapeño seeds included to control the spice level to your preference.
- Use fresh lime juice and zest to add brightness that balances the jalapeño heat and cream richness.
- The honey adds an earthy sweetness that complements the spicy flavor in the ice cream.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 10servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 232 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1 = 1/10th of the recipe | |
| Calories | 232kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 21g | 7% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 16g | 25% |
| Saturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 118mg | 39% |
| Sodium | 144mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 119mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 0.2g | 1% |
| Sugar | 20g | 40% |
| Vitamin A | 731IU | 15% |
| Vitamin C | 7mg | 8% |
| Calcium | 79mg | 8% |
| Iron | 0.3mg | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
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