Guinness Ice Cream Recipe

Indulge in this decadent Guinness Ice Cream recipe, inspired by Ben & Jerry's Black & Tan, and featured in Food & Wine Magazine (Feb 2008). Created by renowned pastry chef Cory Barrett, this recipe delivers a surprisingly smooth and creamy texture with rich, roasted coffee notes and a hint of dark chocolate from the Guinness. Perfect for St. Patrick's Day or any occasion calling for a sophisticated, adult dessert!

Prep Time 60 mins
Cook Time 315 mins
Calories 487.8 kcal
Protein 14g
Rating 2.5 (2 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Guinness Ice Cream

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How to Make Guinness Ice Cream

  1. In a medium saucepan, combine the heavy cream, milk, sugar, and salt. Heat over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the sugar is dissolved.
  2. Remove from heat and stir in the Guinness. Let cool completely.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg yolks and vanilla extract.
  4. Slowly whisk a small amount of the cooled Guinness mixture into the egg yolks to temper them.
  5. Pour the tempered egg yolk mixture into the remaining Guinness mixture.
  6. Return the mixture to the saucepan and cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until the custard thickens slightly (it should coat the back of a spoon). Do not boil.
  7. Remove from heat and strain the custard through a fine-mesh sieve into a bowl.
  8. Press plastic wrap directly onto the surface of the custard to prevent a skin from forming.
  9. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight.
  10. Churn the custard in an ice cream maker according to the manufacturer's instructions.
  11. Once churned, transfer the ice cream to an airtight container and freeze for at least 2 hours to harden.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

2 g

Sugar

74g

Fat

59g

Carbs

12g