Imagine savoring a luxurious, creamy dessert that tantalizes your taste buds without wreaking havoc on your diet! This Almost No Fat Grand Marnier Ice Cream is the ultimate culinary magic trick – a decadent treat that proves you can have your ice cream and eat it too. With a sophisticated French twist and a surprisingly light profile, this recipe will transform your dessert game forever, offering a grown-up, low-fat indulgence that's sure to impress both health-conscious friends and gourmet food lovers.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: -
Total Time: 10 mins
Cuisine: French
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 2 cups nonfat milk
- 1/2 cup Grand Marnier
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the nonfat milk, Grand Marnier, sugar, vanilla extract, and salt. Whisk thoroughly until the sugar is completely dissolved.
- Ensure all ingredients are well blended and the mixture is smooth, with no sugar granules remaining.
- Transfer the liquid mixture into an ice cream maker's freezing container, following the manufacturer's specific instructions for your particular ice cream machine.
- Turn on the ice cream maker and churn the mixture for approximately 20-25 minutes, or until the mixture reaches a soft-serve consistency.
- If a firmer texture is desired, transfer the churned ice cream to a freezer-safe container and place in the freezer for 2-3 hours to harden.
- Before serving, let the ice cream sit at room temperature for 3-5 minutes to soften slightly for easier scooping.
- Serve chilled and optionally garnish with orange zest or a small drizzle of additional Grand Marnier.
Tips
- Ingredient Temperature Matters: Ensure all ingredients are cold before mixing to help the ice cream freeze more effectively.
- Whisking Technique: Whisk thoroughly to completely dissolve sugar, preventing icy crystals in your final product.
- Machine Maintenance: Clean and pre-chill your ice cream maker for optimal churning performance.
- Alcohol Content: The Grand Marnier helps prevent the ice cream from freezing too hard, ensuring a softer texture.
- Serving Suggestion: For the best consistency, let the ice cream sit at room temperature for 3-5 minutes before scooping.
- Storage Tip: Cover the ice cream with plastic wrap directly touching the surface to prevent ice crystal formation.
- Flavor Enhancement: Consider adding a light orange zest garnish to complement the Grand Marnier's citrusy notes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 110kcal
Carbohydrates: 13g
Protein: 8g
Fat: 0g
Saturated Fat: 0g
Cholesterol: 5mg
