Golden Bliss Ice Cream with Peach Perfection

Indulge in a luxurious scoop of golden tea ice cream, perfectly complemented by succulent golden peaches and a velvety honey whipped cream. This harmonious dessert melds earthy tea notes with the sweetness of ripe peaches, creating an unforgettable treat for warm evenings or special gatherings. Experience the ultimate fusion of flavors and textures that will leave you craving more.
ingredients
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup milk
- 4 teaspoons loose golden tea leaves
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 5 large egg yolks
- 2 ripe golden peaches, diced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 cup heavy cream (for whipped cream)
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
steps
- 1.
In a saucepan, heat the milk, 2 cups of heavy cream, sugar, and salt over medium heat until steaming but not boiling.
- 2.
Remove from heat, add the golden tea leaves, and steep for 15 minutes. Strain the mixture to remove tea leaves.
- 3.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg yolks. Slowly add the warm tea mixture to the yolks, whisking constantly to temper.
- 4.
Return the mixture to the saucepan and cook over medium heat until it thickens, about 5 minutes. Strain again and chill in the refrigerator for 2 hours.
- 5.
Once chilled, churn the mixture in an ice cream maker according to manufacturer instructions until creamy.
- 6.
Fold in diced golden peaches and transfer to a container. Freeze for at least 4 hours.
- 7.
For the honey whipped cream, beat 1 cup heavy cream, honey, and vanilla in a bowl until soft peaks form.
- 8.
Serve scoops of golden tea ice cream with a generous dollop of honey whipped cream on top. Enjoy!