Tempura Ice Cream

Crispy on the outside, cold and creamy on the inside, tempura ice cream is one of those magical desserts that seems almost too good to be true. As soon as you bite into the golden fried coating and get that first taste of the frozen ice cream inside, you’ll be hooked.

This Japanese dessert is basically ice cream coated in a light, tempura-style batter then quickly fried until golden and crunchy. The end result is a fun twist on classic ice cream that combines hot and cold textures for a truly unique eating experience.

Ready to give this magical fried ice cream a try? Keep reading for a step-by-step tutorial on how to make restaurant-quality tempura ice cream at home. Once you experience the full flavors and textures of this crave-worthy dessert, you’ll want to add it to your regular dessert rotation. So let’s get frying!

What is Tempura Ice Cream?

Tempura ice cream is a Japanese delicacy invented by chefs in Japan. Tempura ice cream is a delicious dessert since it is both sweet and salty. It is usually made by breading a scoop of ice cream and then deep frying it quickly. There’s a delicious warm shell on the outside, and the icy taste of ice cream on the inside.

There are a few different stories about how this delicious ice cream came to be. Some say it all started in 1893 at the World’s Fair in Chicago. Others attribute the dessert to a small Philadelphia firm that began making it near the end of the nineteenth century. Others credit Japanese tempura restaurants with its inception in the 1960s.

Tempura ice cream has a light, airy texture with a crunchy, crispy exterior. It may not be for everyone, but tempura ice cream is a terrific complement if you like ice cream and want something unusual.

It’s also an excellent substitute for the traditional custard and jelly dish. Tempuras are normally fried, however they can also be made on the stovetop without deep frying. On a hot summer day, tempura ice cream is a refreshing treat. This recipe is based on one served at Tokyo’s Tempura Maki House.

In Japan, tempura ice cream is a must-try summer dessert. The combination of crunchy batter and velvety ice cream is tempting. You’re in luck if you’ve ever wanted to create tempura ice cream but don’t have an ice cream maker. Without an ice cream machine, you can make tempura ice cream at home using the method outlined below.

Ingredients Needed

• 2 pt ice cream (690 g)
• 11 oz pound cake, 2 loaves (310 g)
• 1 cup all-purpose flour (125 g)
• 1 egg
• 1 cup cold water (240 g)
• oil, for frying

How to Make Tempura Ice Cream Step by Step

1. Scoop 6 ice cream balls onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and freeze for at least an hour, or until hard.
2. Pound cake should be cut into 1-2 inch (2 12-5 cm) slices.
3. Place three pieces of pound cake side by side on plastic wrap and flatten with a rolling pin.
4. Wrap the frozen ice cream ball completely in pound cake. Freeze for an hour or more, or until firm.
5. Mix flour, egg, and water a bit at a time to make tempura batter.
6. Preheat the oil to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius).
7. Wrap the ice cream in tempura batter and fry it.
8. Carefully lower the covered ice cream into the oil and cook for 15-30 seconds, or until golden brown. If you cook the ice cream for too long, it will melt.
9. Wipe away any excess oil using a paper towel.
10. Serve immediately with your preferred toppings.

Note: Add some chocolate and raspberries for extra taste and decoration. I recommend freezing the ice cream for 30 minutes longer than the directions.

Don’t roll out the pound cake too much because then it will crumble.

You can as well add frosted flakes to make a more crunchier result.

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Conclusion

Once you start cooking with tempura, you will want to experiment with this light and crispy method of frying to prepare your favorite foods! Tempura Ice cream might sound like an odd concept, but it’s actually very popular in Japan! This recipe will show you how to make tempura Ice cream, as well as share some other ideas on using tempura batter in desserts. If you have ever had tempura Ice cream, please share your thoughts in the comments section below! I’d love to hear from my readers!