cupid's martini (frozen custard)
I really can't begin to tell you just how good this is...It's tastes like love feels! The perfect Valentines day dessert! Get creative with the flavors!
prep time
15 Min
cook time
30 Min
method
Ice-Cream Maker
yield
2 serving(s)
Ingredients
- 5 large whole eggs (not just the yolks)
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 2 tablespoons vanilla extract
- 1 stick vanilla bean
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups milk (whole or 2%)
- FOR FLAVORING YOUR CUSTARD
- 6 packages andy's mints chopped
- 1/2 cup hot fudge topping
- TOPPINGS
- 1 jar maraschino cherries (you will only use a few)
- 1 small container of whipped cream (or you can make your own)
- CHOCOLATE DECORATIONS AND MARTINI GLASS RIM
- 1/2 cup melted red candy melts
- 1/4 cup red candy crystals
How To Make cupid's martini (frozen custard)
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Step 1Have your ice cream makers container frozen until ready to use. Slice length wise your vanilla bean and remove the seeds. in a medium saucepan, add your milk and cream, Put on low heat. In a med to large bowl, add your eggs and whisk. Don't whisk them hard,
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Step 2Add your sugar, vanilla bean seeds, vanilla extract and mix until dissolved.
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Step 3Carefully add your hot milk/cream mixture whisking the entire time. After all is incorporated, place back into your sauce pan.
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Step 4Cook whisking constantly over medium heat for about 5-8 minutes. It should slightly thickened and coat the back of your spoon. Be careful not to over cook, you don't want it to set while chilling in the frig
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Step 5Put mixture into a bowl and place in the frig until cooled. Get your ice cream maker ready, pour the mixture in and turn on for about 20-30 minutes.
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Step 6Gently fold in your hot fudge sauce (Not hot, but room temp) and chopped Andy's mints (Chop to your desired size).Place in the freezer for about 3-4 hours.
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Step 7Dip the rim of your martini glass in melted chocolate then press on sugar crystals. To melt the chocolate place over a bain marie (double boiler) two scoops per glass, garnish by striping with heated hot fudge, whipped cream cherry and a Andy's mint. With the extra melted chocolate you can make hearts, X's and O's ...what every you wish :)
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Step 8What a perfect delight for a lovers after dinner dessert!
- Last Step: Don't forget to share! Post a picture of your finished recipe here and on your favorite social network. Don't forget to tag Just A Pinch and include #justapinchrecipes!
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Culture:
French
Category:
Ice Cream & Ices
Tag:
#Quick & Easy
Keyword:
#Cream
Keyword:
#egg custard
Keyword:
#frozen custard
Ingredient:
Dairy
Method:
Ice-Cream Maker
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