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No Churn Ferrero Rocher and Raspberry Ice Cream

19|02|2016

Ferrero Rocher Ice cream that is made without an ice cream machine (no churn) with chopped ferrero rocher chocolatess and a raspberry swirl to make an easy, simple frozen treat.

No churn ice creams have been all over the Internet in recent times. While they yield mostly similar results which is a delightful sweet frozen treat, the process used and ingredients vary from one another. There is the hugely popular frozen fruit and sugar instant ice cream, the whipped egg white version, the semifreddos, and this one with condensed milk and super simple to make. While some argue that this is not real ice cream, I would say that ‘the proof of the pudding is in the eating thereof’! What you enjoy eating while making at the convenience of your own home and is a great substitute to store bought food is always a great option in my books.

I take no credit for this recipe. The flavour additions are mine but the basic recipe has been made over and over again by many. It’s a tried and tested ice cream using condensed milk and cream. Condensed milk gives the ice cream it’s smooth silky texture whilst preventing it from becoming grainy. And of course, there is no end to the add-in options in this 2 ingredient wonder. The only difference I found was that you need to soften it a little bit before serving.

To decorate the cones, I dipped the tops in melted chocolate and rolled them on a plate of red sprinkles.

So go ahead and enjoy summer with a cone in your hand. There is no excuse to not make ice cream at home!

No Churn Ferrero Rocher and Raspberry Ice Cream
Serves 8

1/2 a 397 g can of sweetened condensed milk
600 ml heavy/thickened/double cream
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup frozen raspberries, crushed gently with the back of a spoon
6-7 Ferrero Rocher chocolates, crushed in a zip lock bag

Put the condensed milk, cream and vanilla into a large bowl. Beat with an electric mixer until thick and quite stiff, a bit like clotted cream. Add the raspberries and chocolates. Gently fold in. Scrape into a freezer container or a large loaf tin, cover with cling film and freeze until solid.
Soften slightly before serving.

Mixed Berry and Cardamom Kulfi (Ice Cream) Popsicle

28|08|2013

Ever since I came back from my trip to India I have been craving more and more Indian food…the spicy curries, the mouth-watering street food and most of all the sweet treats. The part of India where I have lived for the most part of my life is famous for its sweet shops that fill up every nook and corner of the city. The variety is immense and choices unlimited. Perhaps, that is where my fascination for dessert stems from. I hope to try and recreate as many as I can.

To be honest, I have never enjoyed Indian summers as it tends to be humid and sticky and makes you feel tired easily. But there are some delicious ways to beat the heat and that makes up for everything. Kulfi is a frozen dairy dessert, popularly known as an Indian ice cream. It is very simple to make and does not require an ice cream maker. Traditionally Kulfis are flavoured with spices and/or nuts which makes them aromatic and downright delicious. A lot of people make them at home but the best way to enjoy them is from the street vendors who make them look all the more vibrant with different coloured syrups and condiments.

During the trip, I enjoyed the street side Kulfi as much as I could, eating two or three at a time but I don’t think that I’ve had enough of them. I made them the very next day I arrived in Sydney. But with a berry twist (Spring, I embrace you with open arms)! Cardamom powder is an integral part of Indian sweets. If you do not have access to it, you can easily make it at home by cracking the pods open and passing the seeds through a food processor. The skins can be added to tea to get a wonderful flavour and aroma.

I personally loved the pairing. I was careful not to overpower the authentic flavours of the Kulfi by adding too much berries. As soon as you remove the moulds you can smell the cardamom. One bite into the dessert you can taste the raspberries and blueberries along with the smooth, creamy milk. And you will want to go back for it..over and over again!

Mixed Berry and Cardamom Kulfi Ice Cream Popsicle
Makes 8 popsicles

500 ml full fat milk
1/2 cup condensed milk
1 tsp cardamom powder
1 cup mixed berries (strawberries, raspberries, blueberries)
1 tbsp sugar

In a heavy bottomed, shallow pan heat the milk and bring it to a simmer (on medium heat). Stir the milk from time to time to avoid burning. Simmer the milk till it is reduced to half its volume and turns a beige color. Add the condensed milk and simmer for 5 more minutes. Remove from heat and add the cardamom powder. Let the mixture cool to room temperature.
Meanwhile, process the berries and sugar in a food processor till completely pureed. Add the puree to the cooled milk mixture and process to blend together. You can use a stick blender or a food processor. Strain to remove seeds (optional). Pour into popsicle moulds and freeze for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.

No Churn Raspberry Ice Cream

28|06|2013

Well, I suppose I told you that my Raspberry mania did not end with my raspberry cupcakes. Actually I doubt if it will ever end. Raspberries have taken over my life at the moment. After spending a good amount of time reading up on how to freeze berries, I promised myself I will wait till summer. Passing by the freezer section at the supermarket, I forgot all about my resolve and got a larger pack this time. And thus began the raspberry madness. All over again.

I notice ice cream recipes, frozen yoghurt all over the blogosphere. So I decided to make one too. I love this recipe to bits. The colour just blows me away. What an amazing pink! And the taste.. Honestly the only reason you wouldn’t make this is if didn’t have access to raspberries. Or if eggs (egg white) are an absolute no-no. Once you do…you are addicted for life! Like me:-) The recipe, rather somewhat similar recipe was featured on Masterchef Australia with different set of fruits. I adapted the concept with a bit of variation on the ingredients and proportions to suit myself. And it worked beautifully for me.

Can it get simpler than this? Just 3 ingredients! No ice cream machine! Dairy free too. And so easy to make. Texturally it is like a ice-cream but tastes like a sorbet. The ice cream can be stored for up to a month in your freezer.

No Churn Raspberry Ice Cream

250 g frozen raspberries (if you have fresh raspberries, just put them in the freezer in an airtight container and freeze overnite)
3/4 cup castor sugar
1 egg white

In the bowl of your electric mixer or with your hand mixer whisk all the ingredients together on high-speed, till the mixture doubles in volume (about 5-7 minutes)

Pour the mixture into an ice cream container or any air tight container and freeze for at least 5 hours, preferably overnight. I stored mine in a glass tray and covered tightly with cling film.