☕ Tip: Best enjoyed as an after-dinner dessert or a mid-afternoon treat to satisfy both your sweet tooth and coffee cravings.

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🍦 Coffee Ice Cream

Calories per serving (1/2 cup): ~260 kcal
Preparation Time: 15 minutes (plus freezing time)
Chilling/Freezing Time: 4–6 hours or overnight
Serving size: About 6 servings

This creamy and rich Coffee Ice Cream is the ultimate indulgence for coffee lovers. With the bold flavor of real brewed coffee, the smooth texture of heavy cream, and a delightful crunch from crushed cookies, this frozen treat offers a café-style dessert experience right from your freezer. Perfect for summer days, dinner parties, or whenever you need a caffeine-infused sweet fix.

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☕ Ingredients:

• 2 cups (480ml) heavy cream

• 1 cup (240ml) whole milk

• ¾ cup (150g) granulated sugar

• 1 cup (240ml) brewed coffee, cooled

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• 1 cup crushed cookies (e.g., chocolate cookies or graham crackers)

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👩‍🍳 Instructions:

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine sugar, brewed coffee, and vanilla extract. Stir until the sugar is fully dissolved.

2. Add the milk and heavy cream, whisking gently until the mixture is smooth and well combined.

3. Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for at least 1–2 hours (or until very cold) for best results.

4. Pour the mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions (usually 20–25 minutes), until it reaches a soft-serve consistency.

5. Add the crushed cookies during the last 5 minutes of churning, allowing them to mix evenly.

6. Transfer the ice cream into an airtight container and freeze for at least 4 hours or overnight for a firmer texture.

7. Serve cold, topped with extra cookie crumbs, chocolate syrup, or a dusting of instant coffee powder, if desired.

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⚡ Energy-Saving Tip:

• If you don’t have an ice cream maker, you can still make this by pouring the mixture into a shallow tray, freezing it, and stirring every 30–45 minutes for 3–4 hours.

• Use a refrigerator with inverter technology to save energy while chilling the mixture.

• Cover your ice cream container well before freezing to prevent over-freezing and reduce freezer workload.

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✅ Health & Nutrition Notes:

This dessert is great for:

• Coffee enthusiasts who enjoy combining dessert with their daily caffeine fix.

• People who prefer no-bake desserts that don’t require using the oven or stove.

• Those needing a quick and energizing sweet treat, thanks to the mild caffeine content.

Not suitable for:

• Individuals who are sensitive to caffeine, especially young children or those with insomnia.

• People with lactose intolerance or those on a dairy-free diet (unless using alternatives).

• Those following a low-sugar or weight-loss diet, due to the sugar and cream content.