This ultra-creamy Coffee Ice Cream studded with Hershey’s Heath Bar pieces is a combination made in heaven!
Looking for one last treat for your special Valentine?? Want to make them swoon? This Coffee Toffee Ice Cream is just the ticket!
My favorite person to make homemade ice cream for is hands down, my son Casey. He loves ice cream as much as my Dad did. You can just tell how much he’s lovin’ it because there’s a special look on his face while he’s eating it, just like his grandfather had. It’s the “all is right in the world” kinda look!
I made this Coffee Toffee Ice Cream for Casey last week as an early Valentine’s Day treat. Next Monday, he leaves for Bali to visit friends and then ten days later he’s off to Shanghai for his study abroad program. I won’t get to see him for a few months, so I’ve been trying to pack in a few of his favorites before he goes.
For this delicious Coffee Toffee flavor, I add some medium ground coffee beans to my favorite vanilla ice cream base and let it steep for 10 minutes until it takes on a rich coffee flavor. I then use a fine mesh strainer to strain out the grounds before I add the eggs. You can steep the mixture for longer than ten minutes if you’d like a stronger coffee flavor, or steep it less for a milder flavor, you be the judge. I added about 1 1/4 cups of chopped Heath Bars during the last minute of mixing and stored the ice cream in a container in the freezer for about 4-5 hours before we dove in! The wait was tough….but it was oh so worth it! Enjoy!
Ingredients
- 3 cups half and half
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup medium ground coffee
- 8 egg yolks
- 9 ounces granulated sugar
- 1/4 tsp. kosher salt
- 1 1/4 cups Heath Bars chopped
Instructions
- Combine the half and half , heavy cream and ground coffee in medium saucepan. Heat over medium heat stirring occasionally. Bring the mixture to a simmer then remove from heat and steep for about 10 minutes. Strain mixture through a fine mesh strainer into a bowl. Discard grounds. Set cream mixture aside.
- Whisk the egg yolks in a medium bowl until light in color and smooth. Add the sugar and salt slowly and whisk to combine. Add the cream mixture to the egg mixture in small amounts until you have included about half the cream mixture. Whisk in the remainder of the cream mixture and return to the saucepan over low heat. Cook, stirring often until mixture reaches 175 degrees. At this stage the mixture will be slightly thickened and will coat the back of a spoon. Remove from heat and pour into container. Let cool on counter for 30 minutes, then place in refrigerator overnight.
- Remove from refrigerator and pour into an ice cream maker and process according to the manufacturer's directions. (about 20-30 minutes depending on your machine) Add the chopped Heath Bars during the last 1 minute of mixing. Place mixture in a shallow airtight container and freeze for at least 4 hours or overnight for a firmer consistency.
Aw, I’ll bet you are going to miss Casey so much but what an exciting adventure for him. To be young again! Casey is so lucky to have you because you are always making him special treats. I love all ice cream and this wouldn’t last long in my house. Happy Valentine’s Day!
I’m dreading Monday Karen! I know he’s going to have so much fun, but I’m going to miss him like crazy!
What an awesome recipe Mary Ann. I’m sure Casey is just lapping up all the attention his doting mama is giving him before he goes on his adventure. Enjoy every moment with him!
Oh, he is Alida! But he’s so ready for his adventure! He was loving this ice cream, I can tell you that!
There’s nothing like homemade ice cream especially if you’re the recipient of someone else’s loving efforts! Casey is a lucky young man! I wish him well on his travels!
Yes! Casey loves it when I make him homemade ice cream! Thanks so much Annie! Enjoy your Valentine’s Day!
Ooooh Casey is in for some fabulous experiences ahead! What an exciting time in his life, Mary Ann… I know you’ll miss spoiling him with delicious recipes like this. What’s not to love about this crave worthy Coffee-Toffee Ice Cream!? Crunch, creamy, sweet…. and I am SO in love with the infusion of coffee. We eat ice cream year round and it’s been too long since I made homemade.. I’m thinking August was the last time. I need to whip some up ASAP… this one is on the list!
I love making homemade ice creams all year long Traci! It’ so fun creating new flavors. This vanilla base is so easy, creamy and delish and totally adaptable. I am totally excited for Case, but I’m going to miss him terribly! I know he’s going to enjoy every minute!
What an absolutely perfect bon voyage treat! His trip sounds wonderful, but I’m sure you’ll miss him like crazy. Love this ice cream!!
Yes, I will Jennifer! He’s been loving all the treats the past few weeks! I hope his host mother likes to cook and bake!
Ooh, this ice cream reminds me of my old favorite Ben and Jerry’s variety (it’s gone through a few name changes but I think it’s called Coffee Caramel Buzz) – and I say “old” because I haven’t been able to find it very easily for a number of years. I bet this homemade version is even better, though! It looks absolutely irresistible. Safe travels to your son! That sounds like quite an adventure.
It’s a total hit with Casey Mara! Thanks so much. He’s going to have such a great time! So much to learn and so much to see. Wish I was his age again!
You have the luckiest kids, this ice cream sounds heavenly!
Ha! I’m thinking yours may be luckier!! This one’s a hit with Casey!
LOVE the Heath Bars in this!
Me too! The more the better!
Casey is one lucky guy to have a momma that makes him his favourites! This ice cream looks and sounds divine! Pinned, of course. Bet it would be awesome in a milkshake too! Have a wonderful weekend, Mary Ann and safe travels to your son! XOXO
Yes, a milkshake would be delish Dawn! Thanks so much! I’ll keep everyone posted how he is doing over the next few months!
Sounds like he’s got a fun few months coming up! Jealous ;) Such a fun treat to send him off with!
Me too Gina! I wish I was his age again!! He loves this one!
Goodness, Casey is one lucky guy! Not only does he have a fabulous mother who spoils him rotten with amazing eats, but he is also about to travel and experience some wonderful places! I’m jealous! ;) This ice cream looks absolutely divine, Mary Ann!!! The name alone is just so fun to say, but the flavor sounds outstanding! Loving that coffee and Heath Bar combination!! This would be very dangerous around me, because I could totally eat it all in about .32 seconds! Pinned of course! Cheers!
It is totally dangerous Chey! When Casey’s not looking, I sneak a couple scoops! Thanks for pinning! Happy weekend. XO
LOVE Heath bars! Casey is one lucky dude. Not only for this treat, but his schedule for Bali then Shanghai sound fantastic. You’re such a cool mom Mary Ann.
Yes, he is Kevin! I keep telling him that!
It’s been too long since I made homemade ice cream . . I need to try this! Looks incredible!
You’d love this flavor Alice!!
I haven’t made ice cream in so long and this looks SO GOOD!!! Coffee + toffee. I die. xoxo
It’s totally drool-worthy Rebecca! I’m addicted!
This looks yummy ! What do I do if I have NOT got an ice cream maker ? I do want to make this !!
Oh you should definitely make this Fiona!! I have only tried this recipe with my KitchenAid ice cream attachment (which I love!), but I saw a post by David Lebovitz that outlines how to make ice cream without an ice cream maker! Here is the link: http://www.davidlebovitz.com/making-ice-crea-1/ . Shoot me an email and tell me how it goes!
The combo of toffee and coffee sounds delicious. love these scoops of ice cream!
Thanks Tieghan! It’s totally dreamy!
All would be right in the world with me if I could please have some of this coffee toffee ice cream! Are you a poet and didn’t even know it? :)
Ha! Casey loves this flavor Rachelle!
You had me at toffee bits… and coffee! :) This is one incredible batch of ice cream!
You should try it Laura! It’s soooo good!
Toffee bars are my all time favorite candy bar and when you pair it with coffee, it sounds and looks over the moon delicious! I know your son was thrilled with this wonderful treat!
Oh it is Chris! Casey loves it. Only a few more days for Casey to enjoy my treats before he’s off on his trip! He’s taking it all in!
Mary Ann this looks and sounds amazing! It’s pretty much the reason I need to buy and ice cream maker. Absolutely love it!
Thanks so much Debs! I love my KitchenAid ice cream attachment! Works like a charm.
Casey is so lucky to have his mama as one of his Valentines! This looks so good, Mary Ann. :)
You would really love this ice cream Kate! It’s so creamy. Such a special treat.
What an adventure for your son! He might get awfully homesick…especially when he realizes he doesn’t have your great home cooking! I’m sure you could send some care packages, but ice cream just might have to wait till he returns! This ice cream sounds amazing :)
I’m getting really sad about him leaving Kathy! I hope the next few months go quickly!
Coffee Toffee ice-cream sounds absolutely delicious, Mary Ann! Sign me up for a big scoop or two. How lucky for Casey to be having such wonderful travel experiences! Bali and Shanghai no less!
Will do Geraldine! I’m so excited for him! Sad that he’s leaving tomorrow!
Wow! I’ve never made ice cream, but this recipe and pictures really make me want to try it!! Good luck to your son on his travels! :)
Thank you so much! Casey LOVES this flavor. I hope you give it a try because I just know you’ll love it too!
This ice cream looks divine! Toffee and coffee? Those are my dream-mates (Is that a word even?) Bottom line is that I usually bake for everyone else. This one is all for Cindy! On a separate note, I am super excited to hear about your son’s adventures.
Mine too Cindy! They go perfectly together. Some treats should just be saved solely for ourselves sometimes!
Your photography is really very pretty! I love how you do not overstyle your pics. I love the flavor of this ice cream! Coffee ice cream is one of my all time favorites! To add heath bar to it is genius! Love it!
Thanks so much Amisha! The coffee toffee combo is one of my favorites! Hope you give it a try!
Bali and Shanghai- what an adventure! And what a sweet farewell dessert. I don’t even drink coffee, but I love coffee flavored dessert!
Both my boys are so adventurous! They love to travel. I’m so glad we’ve been able to help them realize a few dreams along the way!