Beyond the familiar flavors of vanilla, chocolate, and strawberry, there lies a delectable world of unique and innovative ice cream creations. One such culinary delight is sweet corn and basil ice cream, a symphony of sweet and savory flavors that promises to tantalize your taste buds. In this article, we'll guide you through the process of crafting this extraordinary frozen treat, offering tips and tricks to ensure a perfect balance of flavors and textures. From selecting the freshest ingredients to mastering the art of churning, we'll equip you with all the knowledge you need to create a truly unforgettable dessert experience.
Here are our top 13 tried and tested recipes!
SWEET CORN ICE CREAM
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories dessert
Time 3h20m
Yield 1 quart
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Make the custard: Whisk the corn, half-and-half, sour cream, sugar and vanilla in a medium saucepan and bring to a simmer over medium heat. Lightly beat the egg yolks in a medium bowl. Slowly whisk about 1/4 cup of the warm corn mixture into the beaten egg yolks, then pour into the saucepan and return to medium heat. Cook, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon, until the mixture thickens and coats the spoon, about 5 minutes.
- Transfer the hot custard to a blender and pulse until smooth (keep the filler cap slightly open to let steam escape). Strain the custard through a fine-mesh sieve into a large bowl; discard the solids. Stir often until the mixture cools to room temperature. Lightly press plastic wrap directly against the surface of the custard to prevent a skin from forming. Chill until cold, about 3 hours. (For faster chilling, set the bowl of custard in a bowl of ice water and stir until cold.)
- Freeze the cold custard in an ice cream maker according to the manufacturer's directions. Transfer to an airtight container and freeze until firm, 2 to 3 hours.
- Scoop the ice cream into bowls. Top with caramel corn or a splash of bourbon, if desired.
SWEET-CORN AND BASIL ICE CREAM
Provided by Martha Stewart
Time 4h
Yield Makes about 1 quart
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Combine milk, cream, corn, and basil in a medium saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium-high heat, remove from heat, and cover. Let steep 10 minutes.
- Whisk together egg yolks, sugar, and salt in a large bowl. Gradually whisk in half of milk mixture. Pour egg-milk mixture back into pan and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thick enough to coat the back of a wooden spoon, 6 to 8 minutes.
- Pour custard through a fine sieve into a bowl set in a larger bowl of ice water; discard solids. Let cool, stirring occasionally. Cover and refrigerate until cold, at least 1 hour; custard can be refrigerated up to 2 days ahead.
- Chill a loaf pan in freezer at least 10 minutes. Freeze and churn custard in an ice cream maker according to manufacturer's directions, then transfer to pan. Cover with plastic wrap and freeze until hardened, at least 2 hours; ice cream can be frozen up to 2 weeks ahead.
SWEET CORN ICE CREAM
The sweetness of fresh corn makes it an excellent flavor base for homemade ice cream.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Dessert & Treats Recipes
Yield Makes 1 1/2 quarts
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Using a large knife, slice kernels from cobs; place in a large saucepan. Cut or break cobs into thirds; add to pot with milk, cream, and 1/2 cup sugar. Bring mixture to a boil, stirring; turn off heat. Remove cobs, and discard. Using an immersion blender or a blender, puree mixture. Infuse for 1 hour by covering the pan with a tight-fitting lid.
- Uncover, bring to a simmer, and turn off heat. In a small bowl, whisk the egg yolks and remaining 1/4 cup sugar. Add a cup of hot cream to yolks, stirring constantly so they do not curdle. Add the yolk mixture to saucepan, stirring. Cook over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, until thick enough to coat the spoon, about 10 minutes.
- Pass custard through a coarse sieve, then through a fine sieve or chinois, pressing down on solids; discard solids. Let custard cool. Cover; chill at least 4 hours. Freeze in an ice-cream maker according to the manufacturer's directions. Serve garnished with blackberries.
NO-CHURN SWEET CORN ICE CREAM
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories dessert
Time 6h40m
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Combine the corn kernels and cream in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Break the corn cobs into pieces and add them to the pot. Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Gently simmer the mixture 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, then remove from the heat and let cool completely.
- Discard the corn cobs and pour the rest of the cream mixture into a blender. Blend on high until mostly smooth, about 1 minute. Strain into a bowl and refrigerate until cold, 1 to 2 hours.
- In a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, whip the cream mixture on high speed until it forms soft peaks, 1 to 2 minutes. (Note that this will not whip to quite the volume of regular whipped cream because of the corn, but it will get to soft peaks.)
- Whisk together the sweetened condensed milk, vanilla and salt in a large bowl. Fold about half of the whipped cream mixture into the sweetened condensed milk mixture with a rubber spatula, then fold the lightened mixture into the whipped cream until well blended. Pour into a 9-by-5-by-3-inch loaf pan and cover with plastic wrap. Freeze until firm, about 4 hours.
- To serve, scoop into glasses or bowls and garnish with caramel coated popcorn, if desired.
CINNAMON BASIL ICE CREAM
This recipe is from the Herbfarm, a local restaurant outside of Seattle, WA. Nothing at this establishment tastes poorly.
Provided by Pikake21
Categories Frozen Desserts
Time 1h
Yield 1 1/2 quarts
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Bring the milk to a simmer in a medium-sized saucepan.
- Stir in the basil and cinnamon stick, cover, and remove from heat.
- Steep 15 minutes, then pour the milk through a sieve, pressing down on the solids to extract all the liquid.
- Whisk together the egg yolks and sugar in a large mixing bowl.
- Whisk the cinnamon-basil flavored milk.
- Pour it back into the saucepan and stir constantly with a rubber spatula over medium heat just until the custard thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon (180 degrees) but no further or it may curdle.
- Pour the custard back into the mixing bowl and cool, either over ice or in the refrigerator, until the custard is very cold.
- Whisk in the heavy cream.
- Freeze in an ice cream maker.
- Store in a covered container in the freezer until firm enough to scoop.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1894.5, Fat 127.1, SaturatedFat 72.8, Cholesterol 1501.8, Sodium 334, Carbohydrate 162.9, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 134, Protein 33.1
CORN ICE CREAM
You have to give this novel ice cream a try. It's actually made with corn, sweetly flavored by vanilla extract and maple syrup. I plan to make this surprising treat every summer.-Diana Burrink, Crete, Illinois
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 55m
Yield 4 cups.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a large heavy saucepan, heat the milk, sugar and syrup until bubbles form around sides of pan. Whisk a small amount of hot mixture into egg yolks. Return all to the pan, whisking constantly., Cook and stir over low heat until mixture reaches 160°. Quickly transfer to a bowl; place in ice water and stir for 2 minutes. Stir in corn and vanilla. Press waxed paper onto surface of custard. Refrigerate for several hours or overnight., Strain custard, discarding corn. Fill cylinder of ice cream freezer two-thirds full; freeze according to the manufacturer's directions. When ice cream is frozen, transfer to a freezer container; freeze for 2-4 hours before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 221 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 107mg cholesterol, Sodium 185mg sodium, Carbohydrate 45g carbohydrate (35g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.
CREAMY CORN SOUP WITH BASIL
This soup is divine when made with freshly picked sweet summer corn. There is no cream or dairy: The creaminess comes from thoroughly whizzing the corn. For the creamiest texture, pass the puréed soup through a fine-mesh sieve.
Provided by David Tanis
Categories soups and stews, appetizer, main course
Time 45m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Put 3 tablespoons olive oil in a heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven set over medium-high heat. When the oil starts to look wavy, add the onions and season well with salt and pepper.
- Let onions cook, stirring, until they begin to soften, about 4 to 5 minutes, then turn heat to medium and continue cooking until onions are quite soft, about 15 minutes more.
- Add the garlic and corn kernels, and stir to combine. Add 6 cups water and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce heat to a gentle simmer. Taste the resulting broth and adjust salt to taste. (It should be well seasoned.) Cook for about another 10 to 15 minutes, until the kernels are tender. Stir in squash blossoms, if using, and turn off heat.
- Working in batches, purée the soup in a blender. Pass the puréed soup through a fine-mesh strainer and into a large bowl, pushing down to press all the liquid out. Discard the fibrous debris left behind.
- Check consistency and seasoning, and adjust as needed. (Add a bit more water if the soup seems too thick.) The soup can be made up to a few hours ahead up to this point, and tastes best the day it's made. Reheat, if needed, before serving.
- To serve, ladle into individual bowls. Drizzle about a teaspoon of olive oil over each serving. Quickly chop the basil, and sprinkle over to finish.
SWEET CORN ICE CREAM WITH BLACKBERRY VERBENA SAUCE
Because this ice cream uses so few ingredients, wait until the depths of summer, when you can get really good, sweet, plump ears of corn. Taste a kernel before committing yourself. If your ears are on the less sweet side, save them for the savory parts of the meal where it matters a little less. The blackberry sauce, flavored with verbena, is a wonderful topping for this ice cream, but you could use fudge instead. Even unadorned, this ice cream deserves to be the golden finale.
Provided by Melissa Clark
Categories ice creams and sorbets, dessert
Time 40m
Yield 1 1/2 pints
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Using a large knife, slice the kernels off the corn cobs and place in a large saucepan. Break cobs in half and add to pot along with milk, cream and 110 grams (1/2 cup) sugar. Bring mixture to a boil, stirring, then remove from heat. Let stand to infuse for 1 hour, then discard corn cobs.
- Using an immersion or regular blender, purée kernel mixture. Return mixture to a simmer, then turn off heat. In a small bowl, whisk egg yolks, 1/8 teaspoon salt and another 55 grams ( 1/4 cup) of sugar. Add a cup of hot cream mixture to yolks, stirring constantly so they don't curdle. Add yolk mixture to saucepan, stirring. Cook over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, until custard thickens enough to coat the spoon, about 10 minutes.
- Pass custard through a fine sieve, pressing down hard on the solids. Discard solids. Whisk in sour cream until smooth. Let custard cool in an ice bath, then cover and chill for at least 4 hours.
- Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine remaining 60 grams sugar (5 tablespoons), lemon verbena (or zest) and 1/4 cup water and bring to a simmer. Let cook, stirring occasionally, until sugar melts and syrup thickens slightly, about 7 minutes. Add blackberries and cook for 5 to 7 minutes longer, until fruit just softens, but doesn't fall apart. Let cool, then discard verbena.
- Freeze corn mixture in an ice cream maker according to manufacturer's directions. Serve with blackberries and syrup on top.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 254, UnsaturatedFat 6 grams, Carbohydrate 25 grams, Fat 17 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 4 grams, SaturatedFat 10 grams, Sodium 76 milligrams, Sugar 20 grams, TransFat 0 grams
CINNAMON-BASIL ICE CREAM
I started experimenting with herbal ice creams when I was teaching classes at our local college. Not only were the ice creams popular with my students, but my family loved them as well! One of our favorites is made with a variety of basil called cinnamon basil; however, unless you grow the variety yourself, it can be rather difficult to find. I decided to try to re-create the flavor, and this delicious basil ice cream recipe is the result! —Sue Gronholz, Beaver Dam, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 45m
Yield 2 cups.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a small saucepan, heat milk to 175°. Remove from the heat; add basil and cinnamon stick. Cover and steep 30 minutes. Strain, discarding basil and cinnamon stick., Return to the heat; stir in sugar until dissolved. Whisk a small amount of the hot mixture into egg yolks. Return all to the pan, whisking constantly. Cook and stir over low heat until mixture is just thick enough to coat a metal spoon and a thermometer reads at least 160°, stirring constantly. Do not allow to boil. Remove from heat immediately., Quickly transfer to a large bowl; place bowl in a pan of ice water. Stir gently and occasionally until cool, about 5 minutes. Stir in cream and vanilla. Press plastic wrap onto surface of custard. Refrigerate several hours or overnight., Fill cylinder of ice cream maker no more than two-thirds full; freeze according to manufacturer's directions. (Refrigerate any remaining mixture until ready to freeze.) , Transfer ice cream to freezer containers, allowing headspace for expansion. Freeze until firm, 2-4 hours. , If desired, sprinkle with ground cinnamon.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 353 calories, Fat 23g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 243mg cholesterol, Sodium 53mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (30g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 6g protein.
SWEET CORN ICE CREAM WITH BUTTERSCOTCH
Sweet summer corn makes a surprising star turn in this ultra-creamy dessert flecked with rich butterscotch sauce and crunchy caramel popcorn.
Provided by April Bloomfield
Categories HarperCollins Ice Cream Dessert Corn Butterscotch/Caramel Summer Milk/Cream Wheat/Gluten-Free Kidney Friendly Vegetarian Pescatarian Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher
Yield Makes about 1 1/2 pints plus 3/4 cup of butterscotch sauce
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Make the butterscotch
- Combine the cream, Scotch, and salt in a measuring cup with a spout. Use a knife to scrape the seeds of the vanilla bean into the cup and stir well.
- Combine the granulated sugar, butter, brown sugar, corn syrup, and 1/4 cup of water in a medium saucepan with high sides. Set it over high heat and bring to a boil. Attach a candy thermometer to the pan and boil until the mixture reaches 245ºF. Remove the pan from the heat and gradually whisk in the cream mixture. Let the mixture cool to room temperature. You'll have about 1 cup of butterscotch.
- Use straightaway or stir once more and keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks. Gently reheat until warm before using.
- Make the ice cream
- Cut the corn kernels from the cobs, reserving the cobs. Cut the cobs crosswise into a few pieces. Combine the kernels and cobs in a medium pot along with the cream, milk, salt, and 1/4 cup of the sugar. Bring the liquid to a simmer, stirring occasionally, over medium-high heat, then turn off the heat, cover the pot, and let the mixture steep at room temperature for at least 2 hours or in the fridge for as long as 12 hours. Remove the cobs, gently scraping them with a spoon to get at any liquid that may be hiding in them, and discard the cobs. Strain the remaining mixture through a sieve into a clean medium pot, stirring and pressing on the kernels to release as much corn flavor as possible. Discard the kernels.
- Bring the milk mixture to a simmer over medium heat and turn off the heat. Combine the egg yolks and the remaining 1/2 cup of sugar in a medium mixing bowl and whisk until smooth. Slowly but steadily add about 3/4 cup of the milk mixture to the yolk mixture, whisking constantly. Then slowly but steadily add the yolk mixture to the pot, again whisking constantly. Cook over medium-low heat, whisking constantly and adjusting the heat if necessary to maintain a simmer, until the mixture thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon, about 10 minutes.
- Strain the mixture again through a sieve into a medium mixing bowl, pressing and then discarding the solids. Fill a larger bowl halfway with very icy water and nestle the medium bowl inside. Stir frequently until the mixture is cold. Cover the medium bowl and chill in the fridge for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Pour the mixture into an ice cream maker and process according to the manufacturer's instructions. Transfer the ice cream to an airtight container and freeze until firm. Serve straightaway or keep the ice cream in the freezer for up to 3 days.
- When you're ready to eat, scoop the ice cream into bowls, drizzle on some butterscotch, and top with caramel popcorn.
SWEET CORN AND BLUEBERRY SWIRL ICE CREAM RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: corn, heavy cream, kosher salt, blueberry, granulated sugar, lemon juice, condensed milk
Provided by Betsy Carter
Categories Desserts
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Remove the corn kernels from the cob with a knife. Then, carefully break the cobs in half with your hands.
- Place the corn kernels in a food processor. Pulse several times until coarsely chopped.
- Add the chopped kernels, cobs, 1½ cups (360 ml) of cream, and the salt to a large saucepan. Stir to ensure the ingredients are well combined. Cover and cook over low heat for 20 minutes.
- Remove the cream and corn mixture from the heat and chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.
- Combine the blueberries, sugar, and lemon juice in a medium bowl. Let sit at room temperature for 10 minutes, or until the berries appear juicy and vibrant, stirring occasionally.
- Transfer the berry mixture to a food processor or blender and puree. Set aside.
- Remove the corn cobs from the chilled cream mixture. Pour the remaining corn cream through a sieve into a large bowl. Use the back of a spoon or spatula to press the solids to extract any remaining liquid.
- Add the remaining heavy cream. Using an electric hand mixer, whip the cream mixture until soft peaks form. Fold in the condensed milk with a rubber spatula.
- Pour half of the cream mixture into a 9x5-inch (23x13-cm) loaf pan. Top with half of the blueberry puree and use a knife to swirl it into the cream.
- Top with the remaining cream and puree, then swirl the puree with a knife again.
- Freeze for 3-4 hours before serving. If the ice cream is too solid to scoop, let sit at room temperature for 10-15 minutes before scooping.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 434 calories, Carbohydrate 43 grams, Fat 30 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 7 grams, Sugar 36 grams
SWEET CORN AND BASIL SOUP
Categories Soup/Stew Milk/Cream Lunch Basil Corn Summer Simmer Bon Appétit Vegetarian Pescatarian Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield Makes 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Heat 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in heavy large pot over medium heat. Add half of onions and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add corn cobs and 8 cups water. Simmer until liquid is reduced to 4 cups, about 25 minutes. Cool slightly. Refrigerate overnight. Strain corn broth; discard cobs.
- Heat remaining 2 tablespoons oil in another heavy large pot over medium heat. Add remaining onions and sauté until soft, about 5 minutes. Add corn kernels and sauté until almost tender, about 15 minutes. Add strained corn broth and remaining 2 cups water. Simmer uncovered 40 minutes. Cover and simmer until corn is very tender, about 20 minutes longer. Cool slightly.
- Working in batches, puree soup in blender until smooth. Return soup to pot. Stir in cream. Season to taste with salt and pepper. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cool slightly, then cover and refrigerate. Bring to simmer before continuing.) Divide soup among 6 bowls. Sprinkle with basil and serve.
SWEET CORN CASSEROLE
This is always requested over and over again. I love it and I don't really like corn. My best friend made this once and convinced me to try it, now it's a tradition to make for all holidays.
Provided by EARTHLYCHARM
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Corn
Time 35m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
- Stir whole kernel corn, cream-style corn, sugar, egg, and about 3/4 of the melted butter together in a casserole dish. Fold about half the crushed crackers into the corn mixture. Sprinkle remaining crushed crackers over the top of the mixture and drizzle with the remaining butter.
- Bake in preheated oven until beginning to brown, 25 to 30 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 515.8 calories, Carbohydrate 83.4 g, Cholesterol 47.6 mg, Fat 19.9 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 6.5 g, SaturatedFat 7.3 g, Sodium 847.7 mg, Sugar 40.4 g
Tips:
- For the best flavor, use fresh sweet corn. If you can't find fresh corn, you can use frozen corn, but be sure to thaw it completely before using.
- To make the basil syrup, use fresh basil leaves. If you don't have fresh basil, you can use dried basil, but use half the amount.
- When churning the ice cream, be sure to churn it until it is thick and creamy. This will take about 20-30 minutes.
- To make the cornmeal streusel, use a food processor to combine the ingredients. This will make it easier to get a crumbly texture.
- Serve the ice cream immediately, or store it in the freezer for up to 2 weeks.
Conclusion:
Sweet corn and basil ice cream is a delicious and unique dessert that is perfect for summer. With its creamy texture and sweet corn flavor, this ice cream is sure to be a hit with everyone. The basil syrup and cornmeal streusel add a touch of sophistication, making this ice cream a perfect choice for a special occasion.
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