Coffee has long ceased to be a common morning drink. Today, there are many cafes open all over the world where everyone can try different types of this aromatic drink. Arriving at such an establishment, you plunge into a special atmosphere of warmth and comfort, as if dissolving in coffee, caramel, vanilla and other aromas floating in the air. I would like to try all types of invigorating drinks, but many people are often lost in the names and are afraid to try something unfamiliar. So, for example, do you know what ice cream coffee is called?
It is this type of coffee drink that will be discussed in our article.
Glace - the legend about the appearance of the cocktail
There is no reliable information about the appearance of an unusual, but completely predictable mix. However, there is one legend that suggests some interesting thoughts about the origins of ice cream coffee.
The main “culprit” of the appearance is considered to be the Austrian cook of the Archduke, who prepared coffee for his master. Maximilian I (namely, we are talking about him) simply adored the drink for its combination of taste and aroma, without limiting himself too much in quantity.
On one of the ordinary days, when the cook was preparing the ruler’s favorite drink, part of a dessert of iced oranges soaked in milk accidentally fell into the cup. There was no time to replace the drink and the chef risked presenting the cocktail as coffee according to a new recipe. The ruler received great pleasure from the tasting and invited the chef to prepare such a drink for him more often.
It is unknown how true this story is, however, the recipe for coffee with dessert has survived to this day, although it has undergone some changes. The drink was called “glace”, which means “cold” in French.
The most unusual varieties of ice cream
There are a huge number of unusual varieties of ice cream or the so-called premium class:
- Fried ice cream.
This ice cream is very easy to make. First, small balls are molded from ordinary ice cream, which are then frozen very hard. Then the frozen balls are rolled in chicken eggs, in wheat or any other flour, in breading and then hard frozen again. These frozen balls are fried only in vegetable oil and only immediately before serving. This sweet is very popular in America, and especially in Mexico. For a detailed recipe, see the article “How to Make Fried Ice Cream.” - Ice cream with bacon.
This dessert is based on glazed bacon; the creator of this ice cream was the famous expert Defid Lebovets. - Black ice cream (licorice ice cream).
A very small amount of black sesame is only added to this ice cream, which is why the black tint appears, and, consequently, the name from this. This ice cream was first invented in Japan. - Golden ice cream - this ice cream is the most unusual premium dessert.
Several small portions of such a delicacy cost from one thousand dollars and sometimes much more. This ice cream is served only in the most expensive restaurants in the United States. For such sweets, special, very tasty ice cream and food-grade golden foil are used. This foil is quite thin, so it is eaten together with ice cream, since it cannot cause any harm to the body. A variety of rare and exotic fruits are also added to this dessert in a glass. - Ice cream with fish caviar and seaweed.
The ice cream contains fish roe and seaweed. This unusual delicacy also came to us from Japan. - Onion ice cream.
This ice cream combines the most incompatible products. First, the onion is sautéed to make it sweet. Using a blender, sugar, cream, milk and eggs are mixed with vanilla powder. Despite the presence of onions, the dessert turns out very sweet and tasty.
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Iced coffee - what you need to know
What associations does coffee evoke? For most, it has a rich aroma, a slightly bitter taste and is sure to have a good mood and cheerfulness. Indeed, even one cup of natural high-quality coffee can increase tone, relieve physical and mental fatigue, normalize mental activity, and get the digestive system working.
Drink with ice cream - cold coffee is in no way inferior to its hot counterpart prepared according to a traditional recipe. Just like regular coffee, it helps you gain energy and helps fight excess weight. An additional effect is refreshing.
Glace has a low calorie content, only 153 kcal per 100 grams with an optimal ratio of BJU (15.1% - 15.1% -69.8%, respectively). It would be a stretch to call the drink a diet drink, but it is nevertheless suitable as an alternative to the usual desserts. Even for those who follow a strict diet, drinking a drink several times a week will not harm you; moreover, it will give you a dose of good mood and energy.
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Recommendations on how to make coffee with ice cream at home and what ingredients you will need for gourmets are below.
Timeless classic - traditional glace recipe
To prepare coffee with a scoop of ice cream in the classic design, you will first need to brew a regular strong drink from freshly ground coffee beans. The finished drink is cooled to a temperature of 40 degrees, thus preventing the rapid melting of the ice cream.
The prepared coffee is poured into a special cone-shaped glass for cocktails, and a ball of ice cream is added. For those who like sweet coffee, it is recommended to add sugar to taste at the brewing stage.
Cooking tips
To make milkshakes blender easier and faster, place the milk in the freezer for a short time until ice crystals begin to form. The cocktail will be much larger.
- Choose exclusively creamy ice cream without any fillers, as they can spoil the taste of the milkshake.
- The lowest amount of calories is in milkshakes with ice cream and juice. The amount of juice is adjusted to taste.
- Serve cocktails with ice cream in transparent glass glasses or bowls with a straw. The glass can be decorated with a slice of lemon or orange, pieces of fruit or mint leaves.
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Cinnamon is a noble spicy flavor for connoisseurs of oriental coffee.
Recently, it has become fashionable to add spices to drinks, giving them piquancy, adding new colors to the taste and aroma. Cinnamon is one of the simplest and most accessible spices that goes well with coffee.
Making cinnamon glaze is very simple. Following the algorithm for preparing the drink in the classic version, at the end you can sprinkle the foam and ice cream ball with cinnamon. As an option, it is possible to add spice at the stage of preparing coffee in a Turk, allowing its aroma to reveal itself with greater force.
Alcoholic glaze - for connoisseurs of non-standard solutions
Those who love the exquisite smell and aftertaste of good alcohol should try a recipe for coffee with ice cream with added alcohol. This combination will not only delight you with taste and aroma, but will also warm you up and help you relax after a hard day at work.
To prepare the drink, a scoop of vanilla ice cream is added to the finished coffee, brewed in a Turk according to the classic recipe, pouring a teaspoon of brandy or cognac on its surface. The combination of components is harmonious and holistic.
Alcoholic version of the drink
If you add alcohol to coffee with ice cream, you can make a delicious drink for adults. Alcoholic iced coffee perfectly refreshes, relieves fatigue and relaxes.
A fragrant drink and good company are a great end to a working day.
Ingredients:
- 200 ml espresso;
- 50 – 80 g ice cream;
- sugar to taste;
- 1 tsp liqueur, cognac or Jamaican rum.
Cooking method:
- Using a Turk, we brew natural coffee and cool it slightly.
- Pour into a tall glass and add alcohol. You can take berry or fruit liqueur, and if you want something stronger, then rum, cognac or whiskey will do.
- Place scoops of ice cream on top and decorate the finished drink with mint leaves or chocolate.
Nourishing ice cream with egg yolk
An interesting recipe at home that allows you to prepare a drink that can replace one meal. We are talking about iced coffee with egg yolk, which significantly increases the calorie content of the drink.
To prepare a nutritional cocktail you will need:
- a cup of freshly prepared coffee (no more than 100 ml);
- a teaspoon of sugar;
- one egg yolk;
- a scoop of ice cream to taste (preferably ice cream).
Start by making coffee, traditional Americano or espresso to taste. The next step is mixing the yolk with sugar until smooth. To achieve the desired result faster, it is better to use the egg at room temperature.
Coffee is added to the prepared mixture, after which it is continued to cook for 15 minutes in a water bath. The finished drink is poured into a large coffee cup, cooled and ice cream placed on top.
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Chocolate brownie with raspberries and peanut ice cream
An unusual combination of flavors: warm chocolate biscuit with cold peanut ice cream.
Ingredients:
- Butter - 100 g
- Eggs - 2 pcs
- Dark chocolate – 100 g
- Sugar - 70 g
- Flour - 50 g
- Raspberries - 100 g
- Ice cream – 200 g
- Peanut butter - 2 tbsp.
Cooking method:
- Let the ice cream melt. Place in a blender bowl along with the peanut butter and blend until smooth. Transfer to a bowl and refrigerate for 25 minutes.
- Mix melted butter with sugar and eggs. Melt the chocolate and add to the butter mixture, stir.
- Add flour and knead the dough. Add raspberries and stir. Not all of it, leave it for decoration.
- Pour the dough into portioned molds or 1 large mold. Bake for about 20-25 minutes with the oven preheated to 170-200 degrees.
- Serve the brownie warm with peanut butter and fresh raspberries.
Ice coffee with liqueur
Similar to preparing a glaze with brandy or cognac, you can mix a cocktail with the addition of liqueur. The only addition is ice cubes, which will not only cool the drink, but also make it less caloric. To prepare, 150 ml of freshly brewed coffee, a few ice cubes and two spoons of liqueur to taste will be enough.
Traditional coffee is prepared in the same way as in previous recipes with or without added sugar. Liquor (15% of the coffee volume) is poured into a tall glass, ice is added and only then coffee is added. Ice cream is placed on top, decorating the cocktail.
White glaze at home
Glace, or iced drink, is sometimes confused with latte. In fact, these drinks are similar, but lattes are made with milk, while iced drinks are made with ice cream. In order to prepare snow-white ice cream, we will take both ice cream and milk.
Ingredients:
- 2 tsp natural coffee;
- 150 ml water;
- 150 ml milk;
- ice cream;
- a pinch of cinnamon;
- grated chocolate or cocoa.
Cooking method:
- Let's start preparing the ice cream by brewing espresso in a Turk (coffee machine). You can add a pinch of cinnamon for flavor.
- Cool the prepared strong coffee directly in the Turk, then strain from the grounds and pour into a tall glass.
- Mix the chilled drink with cold milk in a 1:1 ratio. Place three scoops of ice cream (sundae or creme brulee) on top. It is important that the ice cream is of high quality, without the addition of palm fat.
- Decorate the frosting with grated chocolate or cocoa and serve with a cocktail straw or a special spoon.
Dietary glaze - how to make it at home
To prepare a low-calorie drink, you can use:
- classic espresso;
- 100 ml cream with a minimum percentage of fat content;
- several cubes of dark chocolate;
- ice;
- 50 g ice cream.
They start by preparing the chocolate - it is melted in a water bath, after which cream and coffee are added to it, brought to a boil and allowed to cool. Ice cream and ice are placed at the bottom of the prepared glass, poured with coffee mixture and decorated with a straw.
A simpler option is to replace chocolate with cocoa powder with the addition of vanilla and berries for decoration. The drink is prepared in the same way as in the previous case, using cocoa instead of chocolate and decorating the finished cocktail with berries.
