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–+ servings

Coffee Ice Cream with Instant Espresso (Ice Cream Maker)

This homemade coffee ice cream uses instant espresso powder and an uncooked base you can mix in minutes—no stovetop needed. It churns beautifully in small ice cream makers like a Donvier and delivers smooth, rich coffee flavor every time.
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Homemade Coffee Ice Cream
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Prep Time 40 minutes
Chill Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 40 minutes

Ingredients
 

  • 2 large (100 g) eggs
  • ⅔ cup (133 g) granulated sugar
  • pinch table or sea salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup (227 g) whole milk
  • 2 tablespoons powdered instant espresso
  • 2 cups (454 g) heavy whipping cream

Instructions
 

  • Whisk eggs and sugar: In a medium bowl, whisk 2 large eggs and ⅔ cup granulated sugar until the sugar dissolves and the mixture is pale yellow.
  • Add flavorings and milk: Stir in a pinch table or sea salt, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 1 cup whole milk, and 2 tablespoons powdered instant espresso. Mix until smooth.
  • Stir in cream: Add 2 cups heavy whipping cream and stir just until combined. Do not overmix.
  • Chill thoroughly: Cover and refrigerate the mixture for 3–4 hours or overnight.
  • Churn: Pour into a 1-quart ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions. For Donvier users, turn the paddle every minute or two during the first 7–8 minutes to prevent the paddle from freezing up.
  • Freeze to firm up: Transfer to a chilled container (like a loaf pan lined with plastic wrap), cover, and freeze until ready to serve.

Notes

  • Hard to scoop? Let the ice cream sit on the counter for 5–10 minutes before serving.
  • Lighter version: Use 2 cups milk and 1 cup cream instead of the original ratio. It won’t be quite as rich, but still delicious.
  • No espresso? Skip the espresso powder and add 1–2 teaspoons of vanilla extract for a creamy vanilla base.
  • Add-ins: Stir in chopped Oreos, chocolate chips, candy, or fruit after churning—start with ½ cup.
  • Donvier users: If the paddle freezes in place, remove it and scrape frozen ice cream from the sides with a thin spatula or knife. Reinsert the paddle and continue churning.

Nutritional Information

Serving: 1 | Calories: 249kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 100mg | Sodium: 41mg | Potassium: 98mg | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin A: 787IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 64mg | Iron: 1mg