Black Sesame Ice Cream

Name: Black Sesame Ice Cream
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 8 servings
Cuisine: Japanese
Ingredients: 2 cups heavy cream; 1 can sweetened condensed milk (14 oz can); 6 tbsp black sesame paste (kurogoma); 1 tsp vanilla extract; 1/4 tsp salt; 2 tbsp black sesame seeds, toasted

A no-churn ice cream built on toasted black sesame paste, giving it a deep gray-purple color and a rich, nutty, slightly savory flavor. Plan ahead: freeze at least 6 hours, or overnight, until firm.

15 minEasyServes 8440 cal/serving

JapaneseDessertNo-CookVegetarianLow CarbGluten-FreeEgg-FreeNut-FreeLow-SodiumPork-FreeNightshade-Free

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Ingredients

2 cups heavy cream
1 can sweetened condensed milk (14 oz can)
6 tbsp black sesame paste (kurogoma)
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/4 tsp salt
2 tbsp black sesame seeds, toasted

Instructions

1

In a large chilled bowl, whip 2 cups heavy cream with an electric mixer until stiff peaks form, 2 to 3 minutes.
2

In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 can sweetened condensed milk (14 oz can), 6 tbsp black sesame paste (kurogoma), 1 tsp vanilla extract, and 1/4 tsp salt until smooth and evenly gray-purple, with no streaks of paste remaining.
3

Fold about one third of the whipped cream into the sesame mixture to lighten it, then gently fold in the remaining whipped cream in two more additions until no white streaks remain.
4

Pour the mixture into a freezer-safe loaf pan or airtight container, smooth the top, and scatter 2 tbsp toasted black sesame seeds over the surface. Press a piece of plastic wrap directly onto the surface.
5

Freeze at least 6 hours, or overnight, until firm before scooping and serving.

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Questions

How long does Black Sesame Ice Cream take?

As written, 15 minutes: 15 of prep and 0 of cooking. The longest single stretch is the hands-off wait in step 5, overnight, or about 8 hours. That wait sits outside the stated prep and cook times, so plan around it.

Why fold instead of stir in Black Sesame Ice Cream?

Folding keeps the air you just beat in. Stirring at step 3 would knock it out and the result would come out dense.

Do I need any special equipment for Black Sesame Ice Cream?

Beyond a knife and a board, the method uses a hand mixer (step 1) and a loaf pan (step 4). If you do not have one, a whisk and a few minutes of effort replace the electric mixer.

What can I use instead of sweetened condensed milk in Black Sesame Ice Cream?

The entry for Black Sesame Ice Cream calls for 1 can sweetened condensed milk (14 oz can). In its place: There is no quick swap. Simmer two cups of milk with two thirds of a cup of sugar until reduced by half, about 35 minutes.

Does Black Sesame Ice Cream contain sesame?

Yes: 6 tbsp black sesame paste (kurogoma) and 2 tbsp black sesame seeds, toasted. The full allergen list for this entry is dairy and sesame. Seeds used as a garnish can simply be left off; the oil has no true substitute. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

How many carbs are in Black Sesame Ice Cream?

One serving (the recipe makes 8) has 0 g of carbohydrate in about 440 calories, with 8 g protein and 46 g fat, plus 20 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

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