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Taro Ice Cream Recipe with Real Taro

Hanelore Dumitrache
Creamy, fragrant and nutty taro ice cream made with real taro paste. This recipe is entirely natural and 100% delicious!  
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Freezing time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine Asian
Servings 6 servings
Calories 234 kcal

Equipment

  • ice cream machine

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup taro paste* (250 grams)
  • ¼ cup sweetened condensed milk (75 grams)
  • ½ cup coconut milk, full fat (120 grams)
  • ½ cup coconut cream (120 grams)
  • pinch of salt

Optional ingredients

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste
  • 1 drop ube extract of purple food coloring
  • ¼ cup toasted coconut flakes, for serving

Instructions
 

If using raw taro

  • Peel and thoroughly wash taro, then cut into cubes.
  • Place in a steamer and cook until softened, about 30 minutes. Once cooked, let cool down slightly, for about 10 minutes.
  • Add taro and coconut milk to a blender or food processor, then pulse well until fully pureed. If there are any large chunks, pass the mixture through a large sieve to remove big lumps.

Is using taro paste

  • Into a medium pot, add taro paste, sweetened condensed milk, salt, coconut cream and coconut milk (for raw taro method, this has already been added to the taro).
  • Cook over medium-low heat until it starts simmering. Afterwards, remove from heat and use an immersion blender to mix everything well until fully combined.
  • Let the mixture cooldown completely, then refrigerate for 2-3 hours or overnight.
  • Add the taro mixture to a well-chilled ice cream maker bowl and churn according to manufacturer’s instructions. This can take between 30-45 minutes.
  • Once churned, transfer the ice cream to a freezer-safe container and use a spoon to even out the top. Seal well and freeze for 4-5 hours or until set firm.
  • To serve, dip an ice cream scoop in hot water, then scoop out ice cream. Top with toasted coconut flakes and enjoy immediately.

Notes

  • Taro paste - follow the full recipe on How to make Taro Paste
  • Nutritional value is estimative only and is calculated per serving, without any additional toppings. This recipe makes 6 servings (2 small scoops per serving). 
 

Nutrition

Calories: 234kcal
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