Creamy, cool sweetness collides with spicy, zesty heat in Jalapeno Ice Cream, creating a surprising fusion of smooth, rich dairy with the fiery kick of jalapeño peppers.
Jalapeno Ice Cream
First things first, when I had the initial idea for a jalapeno ice cream, I wasn’t convinced it was going to be a win. However, we love sweet and spicy combinations, so I decided to give it a shot.
Creamy cheeses topped with spicy pepper jelly or peach habanero jam are some of our favorite appetizers. And, this spicy chocolate ice cream is already a hit with friends and family.
I’ve done a lot of interesting flavor combinations over the years. And, I like to consider myself a fairly adventurous eater. But, a spicy ice cream recipe always feels like a bit of a risk.
This dessert is a bold, tantalizing treat that dances between sweet and spicy on the taste buds, offering a unique and unforgettable flavor experience. If you enjoy unexpected and adventurous treats, this one is well worth a try.
Spicy Ice Cream
You don’t technically have to remove the seeds to make this recipe because we’re going to strain the peppers. But, the innards of the pepper are a bit of a spicy wildcard, as the capsaicin is concentrated in those white inner ribs.
Use as many (or as few) peppers in this recipe as you like. I wanted a solid bit of heat, so I used 3 large peppers, almost ¾ cup chopped. If you’re worried about heat, use a single pepper the first time you make it.
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Jalapeno Ice Cream Recipe
You’ll need the following ingredients to make this recipe:
- sugar and salt
- jalapenos
- heavy cream
- whole milk
- vanilla extract
- ground cinnamon
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Start by combining the sugar, salt, and jalapenos in a sauce pan. Then, add 1 cup of cream and bring to a low simmer over medium-high heat, while stirring constantly. (Do NOT boil.)
Reduce heat to maintain a simmer while stirring constantly. When the sugar has dissolved, remove from the heat, cover, and let the cream mixture rest and cool for 60 minutes.
When the mixture has cooled, place a fine mesh strainer over a mixing bowl next to the stove. Then, pour the mixture through the strainer. Discard the peppers.
Add the rest of the cream, milk, vanilla, and ground cinnamon to the jalapeno-infused cream.
Whisk a final time before pouring the mixture into the ice cream maker. Churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
Transfer to an air-tight, freezer safe container when finished churning. Then, place the container in the freezer until ready to serve.
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Jalapeno Ice Cream
Ingredients
- ¾ cup sugar
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 2-4 jalapenos stems and seeds removed, chopped very small
- 2 cups heavy cream divided
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Combine the sugar, salt, and jalapenos in a saucepan. Add 1 cup of cream and bring to a low simmer over medium-high heat, while stirring constantly. (DO NOT boil.) Reduce heat to maintain a simmer while stirring constantly. When the sugar has dissolved, remove from the heat, cover, and let the mixture rest and cool for 60 minutes.
- When the mixture has cooled, place a fine mesh strainer over a glass bowl next to the stove. Pour the cooled mixture through the strainer. Discard the peppers.
- Add the remaining cup of cream, milk, vanilla, and ground cinnamon to the infused cream. Whisk to combine and then pour into the ice cream maker. Freeze according to the manufacturer's instructions.
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