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Persian Saffron Ice Cream

Persian Saffron Ice Cream: Indulge in Creamy Paradise

Experience the captivating flavors of Persian Saffron Ice Cream, a creamy delight infused with saffron and rose water.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Persian
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Ice Cream Base
  • 1 pinch Saffron Threads grind finely and soak in rose water
  • 1 pinch Salt to enhance flavors
  • 1 tablespoon Rose Water floral notes
  • 0.5 cups Corn Starch dissolve in milk
  • 1.5 cups Whole Milk or low-fat for lighter option
  • 0.75 cups Sugar or substitute with honey
  • 1 cups Heavy Cream or full-fat coconut milk for dairy-free
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract optional
Mix-Ins
  • 0.5 cups Pistachios unsalted, chopped/slivered
  • Waffle Cookies optional for serving
  • Rose Petals optional for garnishing

Equipment

  • Ice Cream Maker

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Prepare Saffron Infusion: Grind saffron threads with salt and soak in rose water for 15-20 minutes.
  2. Mix Corn Starch and Milk: Combine whole milk and corn starch in a bowl, stirring to dissolve lumps.
  3. Heat Milk and Sugar: In a saucepan, boil remaining milk with sugar, stirring frequently.
  4. Thicken the Mixture: Whisk in corn starch mixture once boiling and cook for 2-3 minutes until thickened.
  5. Chill the Custard: Place pan in ice water, then mix in heavy cream and saffron infusion. Chill for at least 4 hours.
  6. Churn the Ice Cream: Pour chilled mixture into ice cream maker and churn for 20-25 minutes, adding pistachios.
  7. Freeze and Serve: Transfer to container, freeze for 4 hours, let sit at room temperature before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 60mgPotassium: 230mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 800IUCalcium: 150mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For optimal flavor, use high-quality saffron and rose water. Cover ice cream with parchment paper to prevent ice crystals.

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