Guinness Ice Cream

Ingredients and Weight:

• Guinness Stout (12 oz. can)
• Heavy cream (1 cup)
• Milk (1 cup)
• Granulated sugar (1/2 cup)
• Egg yolks (3)
• Vanilla extract (1 tsp)
• Chocolate chips (1/2 cup) (optional)

Preparation Time:

• 15 minutes

Cooking Time:

• 20 minutes in the freezer, plus several hours to freeze solid

Difficulty Level:

• 2

Preparation Method Steps:

1. In a medium saucepan, combine Guinness, heavy cream, milk, and sugar. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring constantly.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together egg yolks. Temper the egg yolks by slowly whisking in about 1/4 cup of the hot Guinness mixture.
3. Return the tempered egg yolks to the saucepan and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thickened and coats the back of a spoon, about 2 minutes.
4. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract. Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a clean bowl.
5. Let the mixture cool slightly, then cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight.
6. Churn the mixture in an ice cream maker according to the manufacturer's instructions.
7. Transfer the ice cream to a freezer-safe container and sprinkle with chocolate chips, if desired. Freeze for several hours before serving.

Nutritional Information (1 serving):

• Calories: 320
• Fat: 18g
• Saturated Fat: 12g
• Cholesterol: 140mg
• Sodium: 80mg
• Carbohydrates: 30g
• Sugar: 25g

Dish Characteristics:

• Rich, creamy, and decadent
• Infused with the bittersweet flavor of Guinness
• A touch of sweetness from chocolate chips (optional)
• Smooth and velvety texture

User Comments:

• "This ice cream is amazing! The Guinness flavor is perfect, and it's not too sweet."
• "I made this for a party and it was a hit! Everyone loved it."
• "I wasn't sure about Guinness ice cream, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so delicious."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• If you don't have an ice cream maker, you can freeze the mixture in a freezer-safe container. Whisk every 30 minutes to prevent the ice crystals from getting too large.
• For a smoother ice cream, use fresh ingredients.
• If you want a stronger Guinness flavor, use more stout.
• Do not overcook the egg yolks, as they will become tough.