Ais Kacang Ice Cream Dessert
Ais Kacang Ice Cream Dessert
- Serves: 1 People
- Prepare Time: 10 minutes
- Cooking Time: 0 minutes
- Calories: -
- Difficulty: Easy
Ready for the ultimate cool-down? Get set to dive into the vibrant world of Ais Kacang, a beloved Southeast Asian ice cream dessert that's as fun to make as it is to eat! Often called "Air Batu Campur" (which means "mixed ice" in Malay), this isn't just any shaved ice; it's a refreshing journey for your taste buds, packed with colorful syrups, sweet beans, and an array of delightful toppings. Whether you're battling the heat or simply looking for a unique sweet treat, Ais Kacang is your perfect escape. The best part? It's incredibly versatile! We'll show you how to whip up this delightful ice cream dessert with options for everyone, including fantastic dairy-free sweets and sugar-free vegan dessert variations. So, grab your shaver, and let's create your own personal paradise!
Ingredients
Directions
- Prep Your Ingredients: Ensure all your toppings (red beans, creamed corn, grass jelly, cendol, attap chee, peanuts) are drained, ready, and easily accessible. If using homemade gula melaka syrup, have it cooled.
- Shave the Ice: Using an ice shaver or a strong blender, create a mound of finely shaved ice. The finer the ice, the better it absorbs the syrups and melts deliciously in your mouth. Aim for a snow-like consistency.
- Build Your Base: Spoon about half of your shaved ice into a serving bowl. This creates a stable foundation.
- Layer the Goodies: Start adding your classic toppings over the ice. Evenly distribute the red beans, creamed corn, grass jelly, cendol, and attap chee. Don't be shy – this is where the fun begins!
- Mound the Ice: Carefully pile the remaining shaved ice on top of your layered toppings, forming a generous dome. Press it gently to compact it, but not so much that it becomes a solid block.
- Drizzle with Syrups: Now for the colorful magic! Drizzle the rose syrup generously over the ice dome, followed by the gula melaka syrup. Let them cascade down the sides, creating beautiful streaks of color.
- Finish with Milk & Crunch: Pour the evaporated milk (or coconut milk) over the top. Finally, sprinkle with crushed roasted peanuts for that essential textural contrast.
- Serve Immediately: Ais Kacang is best enjoyed right away! Hand your masterpiece to your lucky recipient and watch them dig in.
- Pro Tip for Melting Ice: Work quickly! Have all your toppings and syrups ready before you start shaving the ice. If your ice melts too fast, consider chilling your serving bowls beforehand.
- Pro Tip for Even Texture: When layering, try to spread toppings thinly so each spoonful gets a mix. For the shaved ice, ensure your shaver produces very fine, fluffy ice; chunky ice won't absorb flavors as well.
Ais Kacang Ice Cream Dessert
- Serves: 1 People
- Prepare Time: 10 minutes
- Cooking Time: 0 minutes
- Calories: -
- Difficulty: Easy
Ready for the ultimate cool-down? Get set to dive into the vibrant world of Ais Kacang, a beloved Southeast Asian ice cream dessert that's as fun to make as it is to eat! Often called "Air Batu Campur" (which means "mixed ice" in Malay), this isn't just any shaved ice; it's a refreshing journey for your taste buds, packed with colorful syrups, sweet beans, and an array of delightful toppings. Whether you're battling the heat or simply looking for a unique sweet treat, Ais Kacang is your perfect escape. The best part? It's incredibly versatile! We'll show you how to whip up this delightful ice cream dessert with options for everyone, including fantastic dairy-free sweets and sugar-free vegan dessert variations. So, grab your shaver, and let's create your own personal paradise!
Ingredients
Directions
- Prep Your Ingredients: Ensure all your toppings (red beans, creamed corn, grass jelly, cendol, attap chee, peanuts) are drained, ready, and easily accessible. If using homemade gula melaka syrup, have it cooled.
- Shave the Ice: Using an ice shaver or a strong blender, create a mound of finely shaved ice. The finer the ice, the better it absorbs the syrups and melts deliciously in your mouth. Aim for a snow-like consistency.
- Build Your Base: Spoon about half of your shaved ice into a serving bowl. This creates a stable foundation.
- Layer the Goodies: Start adding your classic toppings over the ice. Evenly distribute the red beans, creamed corn, grass jelly, cendol, and attap chee. Don't be shy – this is where the fun begins!
- Mound the Ice: Carefully pile the remaining shaved ice on top of your layered toppings, forming a generous dome. Press it gently to compact it, but not so much that it becomes a solid block.
- Drizzle with Syrups: Now for the colorful magic! Drizzle the rose syrup generously over the ice dome, followed by the gula melaka syrup. Let them cascade down the sides, creating beautiful streaks of color.
- Finish with Milk & Crunch: Pour the evaporated milk (or coconut milk) over the top. Finally, sprinkle with crushed roasted peanuts for that essential textural contrast.
- Serve Immediately: Ais Kacang is best enjoyed right away! Hand your masterpiece to your lucky recipient and watch them dig in.
- Pro Tip for Melting Ice: Work quickly! Have all your toppings and syrups ready before you start shaving the ice. If your ice melts too fast, consider chilling your serving bowls beforehand.
- Pro Tip for Even Texture: When layering, try to spread toppings thinly so each spoonful gets a mix. For the shaved ice, ensure your shaver produces very fine, fluffy ice; chunky ice won't absorb flavors as well.
The following nutritional values are per serving (one piece of cake) Calories ~350-450 kcal Carbohydrates ~80-100g Protein ~5-8g Fat ~5-10g Making Ais Kacang is already pretty straightforward, but if you're looking to whip up this delightful treat even faster or achieve that perfect texture every time, these recommendations can be a game-changer. Problem: Manually shaving ice can be a real arm workout, and getting that consistently fine, fluffy snow texture with a hand crank or blender can be hit-or-miss. Problem: Preparing all the traditional Ais Kacang toppings from scratch, like cooking red beans or making your own cendol, is time-consuming and adds several steps to your recipe. Click any ingredient for detailed nutritional information:Recipe Nutritional Values
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Electric Ice Shaver
Agitate: You end up with uneven ice chunks that melt too fast and don't absorb the delicious syrups properly, ruining the whole experience.
Solution: An electric ice shaver delivers perfect, powdery snow ice with minimal effort, making your Ais Kacang assembly quick and ensuring that dreamy, melt-in-your-mouth texture every single time. It's a small investment for a big payoff in convenience and quality!Pre-Made Toppings & Syrups
Agitate: You might be tempted to skip out on some of the exciting variety of toppings because of the extra work involved, leading to a less authentic and less fun dessert.
Solution: Stocking up on quality store-bought items like canned sweetened red beans, sweet corn, grass jelly, or even pre-mixed syrups (like rose or sarsi) allows you to assemble your Ais Kacang in minutes. This way, you get all the authentic flavors and textures without the extensive prep work!Calories per Ingredient
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