Low Fat Sesame Ice Cream
Indulge guilt-free with this creamy and nutty Low Fat Sesame Ice Cream, a delightful twist on traditional frozen desserts that’s perfect for health-conscious food lovers. Featuring the rich, earthy flavor of tahini (sesame paste), this recipe balances sweetness with a drizzle of honey and a hint of salt, all while keeping the richness light with fat-free milk. Toasted sesame seeds add a subtle crunch, while cornstarch ensures the perfect, silky-smooth consistency. Easy to prepare and churned to perfection in an ice cream maker, this recipe makes an irresistible treat that’s ideal for serving on its own or alongside your favorite Asian-inspired desserts. A healthier take on indulgence, enjoy this sophisticated frozen delight as part of your summer repertoire!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Fat-free milk
- 0.5 cup Tahini (sesame paste)
- 0.25 cup Honey
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons Sesame seeds
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons Cold water
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the fat-free milk, tahini, honey, vanilla extract, sesame seeds, and salt. Stir well to ensure the tahini is fully mixed with the milk.
Put the saucepan over medium heat and warm the mixture until it's hot but not boiling, stirring occasionally. This should take about 5 minutes.
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with cold water to create a smooth slurry.
Slowly pour the cornstarch slurry into the milk mixture while stirring continuously. This will thicken the ice cream base.
Continue cooking the mixture on medium heat for about 3 to 5 minutes, until it reaches a consistency similar to a light custard. It should coat the back of a spoon.
Remove the pan from heat and let it cool slightly. Transfer the mixture to a heatproof container and chill it in the refrigerator for at least 3 hours or until completely cold.
Once the mixture is cold, pour it into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions, typically about 20-30 minutes.
Transfer the churned ice cream to an airtight container and freeze for at least 2 hours to firm up.
Serve the ice cream scooped into bowls or cones, and enjoy the nutty, lightly sweet flavor of sesame!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1223 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 74.0 g | 95% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.4 g | 52% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 15 mg | 5% | |
| Sodium | 937 mg | 41% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 115.3 g | 42% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.0 g | 46% | |
| Total Sugars | 74.9 g | ||
| Protein | 40.8 g | 82% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.4 mcg | 27% | |
| Calcium | 1162 mg | 89% | |
| Iron | 11.6 mg | 64% | |
| Potassium | 1403 mg | 30% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
