How to Make Perfect Tempura Ice Cream - A Step-by-Step Guide

Tempura Ice Cream is a popular dessert in Japanese cuisine that combines the light, crispy texture of tempura with the creamy richness of ice cream. The contrast of hot and cold, crunchy and creamy makes for a delightful treat that is sure to impress your friends and family.

Perfecting the art of making Tempura Ice Cream requires patience and attention to detail. The key to success lies in achieving the ideal temperature of the oil and properly coating the ice cream to ensure a crispy...

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Ingredients

  • 1 (12 ounce) prepared pound cake
  • 1 (32 ounce) container LACTAID Vanilla Ice Cream
  • 2 cups vegetable oil for frying, or more as needed
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
  • 1 cup sparkling water, chilled
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tablespoon chocolate syrup

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 5 mins
  • Additional Time: 3 hrs
  • Total Time: 3 hrs 20 mins
  • Servings: 4

  • Cut pound cake in medium-size slices.
  • Scoop a ball of ice cream and wrap completely with cake slices, patching where needed with smaller pieces.
  • Wrap balls tightly with plastic wrap, forming a round shape. Freeze at least 5 hours or overnight.
  • Heat oil in a deep fryer or heavy pan.
  • Stir cold sparkling water very slowly into flour; whisk in egg to create batter.
  • Remove ice cream balls, one at a time, from the freezer. Dust the surface with flour. Dip into batter, coating completely. Quickly lower coated ice cream balls into oil; fry until golden, about 25 seconds. Remove with a slotted spoon.
  • Serve with a drizzle of chocolate sauce before ice cream melts!
  • Nutrition

    1052 cal.

    • Total Fat: 55g
    • Saturated Fat: 28g
    • Cholesterol: 347mg
    • Sodium: 490mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 120g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 26g
    • Protein: 16g
    • Calcium: 44mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 163mg