beet ice cream

Recipe by
Francine Lizotte
Surrey South, BC

Incredibly gorgeous to look at, this tasty cold treat is perfect for fall and winter!

yield 10 serving(s)
prep time 10 Min
cook time 10 Min
method Ice-Cream Maker

Ingredients For beet ice cream

  • 1 1/2 c
    beet juice (about 4 to 5 large beets)
  • 2 c
    heavy cream
  • 1/4 c
    milk
  • 1 c
    granulated sugar
  • 1/4 tsp
    ground Himalayan pink salt
  • 4 lg
    free-range egg yolks, beaten
  • 1/4 c
    orange juice

How To Make beet ice cream

  • 1
    Extract the juice from the beets using a juicer; set aside.
  • 2
    In a saucepan over medium heat, add heavy cream, milk, sugar, and salt. Stir until sugar and salt are completely dissolved.
  • 3
    In a bowl, whisk egg yolks until light and pale; set aside.
  • 4
    When milk mixture reaches 120ºF, ladle up some and slowly pour in a tiny amount to the yolks, whisking constantly.
  • 5
    When eggs are tempered, add to the saucepan, whisking constantly. Pour in beet juice and orange juice. Let the mixture warm up for 5 minutes.
  • 6
    Pour custard into a large measuring cup and allow it to get to room temperature. Place cling film or wax paper on top making sure it touches the surface. Transfer to the fridge for 24 hours.
  • 7
    The next day, pour the chilled custard into the bowl of an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer’s directions.
  • 8
    Spoon ice cream into a 2-quart container, cover and transfer to the freezer for at least 6 hours or until frozen.
  • 9
    To view this scrumptious fall recipe on YouTube, click on this link ➡ https://youtu.be/XQer0BMhijM

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