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Jamaican Callaloo Ice Cream

Jamaican Callaloo Ice Cream

Jerk Tavern
This Jamaican Callaloo Ice Cream is a unique Caribbean-inspired dessert made with fresh callaloo, creamy coconut milk, warm spices, and sweetened condensed milk. It has a vibrant green color, a rich tropical flavor, and a smooth, refreshing texture that's perfect for summer.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 minute
Fridge Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 16 minutes
Course Dessert, Sweets, Treats
Cuisine Caribbean, Jamaican
Servings 4
Calories 1839 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Callaloo Base

  • 2 cups fresh callaloo , washed and chopped
  • 1 can full-fat coconut milk

For the Ice Cream

  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ¾ cup sweetened condensed milk
  • cup brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • Pinch cinnamon
  • Pinch sea salt

Optional Mix-Ins

  • Toasted coconut flakes
  • Rum caramel swirl
  • Guava jam ripple
  • Candied plantains

Instructions
 

  • Step 1: Prepare the Callaloo
  • Bring a pot of water to a boil and blanch the callaloo for 1 minute. Immediately transfer it to ice water to preserve the bright green color. Drain well and squeeze out excess moisture.
  • Step 2: Blend
  • Add the callaloo and coconut milk to a blender. Blend until completely smooth.
  • Step 3: Make the Ice Cream Base
  • Pour the blended mixture into a large bowl. Add the heavy cream, condensed milk, brown sugar, vanilla, nutmeg, cinnamon, and salt. Whisk until fully combined.
  • Step 4: Chill
  • Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  • Step 5: Churn
  • Pour the chilled mixture into your ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions.
  • Step 6: Freeze
  • Transfer to a freezer-safe container and freeze for 3 to 4 hours before serving.

Notes

Final Thoughts

This Jamaican Callaloo Ice Cream proves that some of the most exciting recipes come from thinking outside the box. One scoop and you'll have a dessert that's uniquely Jamaican, surprisingly delicious, and guaranteed to get people talking.

Nutrition

Calories: 1839kcalCarbohydrates: 204gProtein: 25gFat: 106gSaturated Fat: 67gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 27gCholesterol: 347mgSodium: 377mgPotassium: 1183mgFiber: 0.1gSugar: 204gVitamin A: 4112IUVitamin C: 7mgCalcium: 871mgIron: 1mg
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