Can I use whole milk to make ice cream?

Absolutely! Whole milk can create a creamy and delicious ice cream. Enjoy!

What does pandan ice cream taste like?

Pandan ice cream tastes creamy and slightly sweet with a hint of grassiness.

What flavor is pandan?

What does pandan taste like? Pandan has a lovely, unique flavor that's nutty, floral and aromatic. Some say it’s a bit like vanilla, but it has its special fragrance and taste!

Pandan Ice Cream

Name: Pandan Ice Cream
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: PT-491946H27M38S
Cuisine: Thai
Ingredients: 5-6 fresh pandan leaves.; 1 cup water.; 1 can, 13.5 ounces, coconut milk; 8 ounces coconut cream.; 1 cup white sugar. Balances the flavors with just the right amount of sweetness.; 1/2 teaspoon sea salt. Salt rounds out the sweetness and creaminess of the coconut milk beautifully.; 3-5 drops of pandan extract, for flavoring. Use any brand you can get your hands on.; 4-5 drops of pandan flavoring, for green coloring. See the picture in the post above for reference. These can be found in most Asian markets.

Description

Treat yourself to this pandan ice cream—a delicious blend of fresh pandan leaves and creamy coconut. Each scoop is a taste of tropical paradise that's hard to resist! It is ideal for summer or a refreshing dessert after a lovely meal. Plus, it’s vegan!

Ingredients

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5-6 fresh pandan leaves.
1 cup water.
1 can, 13.5 ounces, coconut milk
8 ounces coconut cream.
1 cup white sugar. Balances the flavors with just the right amount of sweetness.
1/2 teaspoon sea salt. Salt rounds out the sweetness and creaminess of the coconut milk beautifully.
3-5 drops of pandan extract, for flavoring. Use any brand you can get your hands on.
4-5 drops of pandan flavoring, for green coloring. See the picture in the post above for reference. These can be found in most Asian markets.

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Instructions

1. Prepare Fresh Pandan Juice. Cut fresh pandan leaves into 3-inch pieces and blend them with water in a powerful food processor. Strain the mixture using cheesecloth and discard the leftover pandan leaf fibers.

2. Make coconut cream. Mix coconut milk, sugar, and salt in a medium saucepan. Heat over medium heat, whisking frequently until the sugar dissolves.

3. Infuse pandan flavor. Stir the fresh pandan juice into the saucepan with the coconut cream. Whisk well. Add pandan extract and essence, being cautious with the amounts. If you prefer a brighter green, add a bit more pandan paste.

4. Add the coconut cream. Coconut cream is thicker than coconut milk and gives your ice cream an extra creamy boost. Add it to the green pandan milk mixture for added creaminess.

5. Chill the mixture. Whisk on medium-low heat until the cream is nice and smooth. Then, turn off the heat and pop it in an ice bath to chill while you clean up. Once cooled, cover and freeze until firm—about 4-6 hours. Don’t forget to pre-freeze your ice cream maker bowl!

6. Churn and freeze. Pour the chilled mixture into your ice cream machine and churn ice cream according to the manufacturer’s instructions (about 20 minutes for me). Transfer the ice cream to a freezer-safe container and freeze until solid.

7. Finally, serve up the goodness! When ready to enjoy, scoop the ice cream straight from the freezer and indulge in the deliciousness!

Notes

Choose fresh pandan leaves. For the most authentic flavor, use fresh pandan leaves. They are available at most Asian supermarkets.
If you can't find pandan leaves, look for canned, pre-made pandan water at your Asian store. Natural pandan flavor will always be superior, but the canned version will fill in the spot when in a pinch.
If you don’t have an ice cream maker, a stand mixer with a whisk attachment can be a good substitute. If you prefer not to churn, it's ok too! It's still delicious but it's just not as creamy.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 10
Category: desserts
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: Thai