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Delicious Rhubarb Crumble Ice Cream

Homemade Delicious Rhubarb Crumble Ice Cream to Savor

Delicious Rhubarb Crumble Ice Cream combines creamy ice cream with crunchy crumble, creating a delightful dessert experience.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Chill Base Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 scoops
Course: DESSERTS
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Ice Cream Base
  • 4 cups Fresh rhubarb or frozen, thawed and drained
  • 1 cup Sugar adjust to taste
  • 6 large Egg Yolks
  • 2 cups Heavy cream high quality
  • 1 cup Whole milk or non-dairy alternative
  • 1 teaspoon Salt a pinch enhances sweetness
  • 1 bean Vanilla bean or extract if unavailable
For the Crumble Topping
  • 1/2 cup Cold butter for best texture
  • 1 cup All-purpose flour substitute with gluten-free flour if needed
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon to taste
  • 1/4 cup Sugar adds sweetness to topping
Optional Mix-Ins
  • 1/2 cup Crème fraîche or sour cream

Equipment

  • Baking Sheet
  • Mixing Bowls
  • saucepan
  • whisk
  • Ice cream maker

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Prepare the Rhubarb: Combine fresh rhubarb with sugar and vanilla seeds. Let it sit for 60 minutes, then roast at 350°F for 25 minutes until tender.
  2. Make the Crumble: Combine cold butter, flour, sugar, and cinnamon in a bowl. Mix until crumbly, refrigerate for 15 minutes, then bake at 350°F for 12-15 minutes.
  3. Create the Custard Base: Whisk egg yolks and sugar until pale. Heat cream, then temper the egg mixture with hot cream, strain to remove lumps.
  4. Chill Base: Place custard in an ice bath for 30 minutes, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
  5. Churn Ice Cream: Mix in crème fraîche, fold in roasted rhubarb and crumble, then churn in an ice cream maker.
  6. Freeze: Transfer to an airtight container and freeze for at least 4 hours before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1scoopCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 75mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve with a drizzle of caramel or fresh berries for added flair.

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