Whip up a batch of this creamy and smooth coffee-flavored ice cream, perfectly combining a velvety custard base with a rich coffee essence. No grounds to mess with, no fuss - just pure caffeinated bliss!
Prepare a medium stainless-steel bowl set over a larger bowl filled with ice. Set aside.
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In a medium heavy-bottomed pot, whisk together the egg yolks, heavy cream, whole milk, granulated sugar, instant coffee or espresso powder, and salt.
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Cook the mixture over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, until it reaches a very gentle boil and thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon, about 7-10 minutes.
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Pour the custard through a fine-mesh sieve into the prepared stainless-steel bowl.
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Cool the custard to room temperature, stirring occasionally.
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Cover and chill the custard in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, until cold.
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Churn the chilled custard in an ice cream maker according to manufacturer's instructions, which should take about 20 minutes.
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Transfer the churned ice cream to an airtight container and freeze until firm, at least 2 hours.