Red Bean Ice Cream

Adzuki Red Bean Ice Cream is a quick and easy no-churn ice cream that is so popular in Japan. It has a creamy and sweet flavor with a hint of nutty, chewy texture! The best summer treat ever.

Red Bean Ice Cream Recipe

I absolutely love the delightful flavor and the excellent soft and creamy texture of this ice cream.

Another reason for me to love this ice cream is that it is so easy to make since I no longer have to worry about churning it.

I usually double the recipe because my daughter is obsessed with this ice cream, and it stores well in the freezer, so there is no problem.

I like to serve this homemade no-churn ice cream for dessert after an intricate meal with my family to treat them with a nicely done sweet dessert.

What Does Red Bean Ice Cream Taste Like?

Azuki beans have a mild nutty flavor with a hint of sweetness, making them perfect to add to desserts.

If you have been to Japan or are fond of watching Japanese TV shows or movies, you would recognize adzuki beans as a popular main flavor for their sweets and treats because of their confectionary-like taste.

Why Does This Recipe Work?

• This is a simple ice cream recipe that you will have no problem following and making at home. It is a fool-proof recipe and can be done in a short amount of time.
• This authentic Japanese Azuki Red Bean Ice Cream is cold and refreshing on hot days.
• If you have children at home, this ice cream is a perfect treat for them. This homemade ice cream has no additives or preservatives added to it unlike store-bought ice creams, which makes it safe and ideal for kids to delve into!
• With a 5-ingredient recipe, you will surely save a lot when making this ice cream.

Adzuki Red Bean Ice Cream Ingredients

Adzuki Beans. You can make the red bean paste from scratch if you want; however, in this recipe, I used canned Adzuki red beans. They are sweet, and when made into a paste, are perfect as the base flavor for this ice cream recipe.

White Sugar. Aside from adding more sweetness to the adzuki beans, white sugar also helps the texture of the ice cream remain soft even after being frozen.

Whipping Cream. For me, ice cream is not an ice cream if it is not smooth and creamy. Thus, I make sure to use whipping cream!

Vanilla. I like to add vanilla to flavor my ice cream.

Sweetened Condensed Milk. It is another sweetener that helps soften the ice cream, making it easier to scoop when serving.

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Variations & Substitutions

• Use a no-fat or fat-free condensed milk if you want a lower-fat version of this recipe.
• Mix in some chocolate chips to give that chocolatey ice cream taste to this recipe as well. It would be fun tasting the combination of sweetened red beans and chocolate chips!

How to Make Adzuki Red Bean Ice Cream?

Prepare The Red Bean Paste

One: Strain the beans and use a potato masher to light smash them.

Two: Add the mashed beans and sugar into a saucepan over medium heat.

Three: Stir until the sugar dissolve, and cook for 4-5 minutes. Now, let it cool. It will thicken up as it cools.

Make The Red Bean No-Churn Ice Cream

One: In a mixing bowl, whisk the heavy whipping cream and vanilla extract with the electric hand mixer until a stiff peak forms.

Two: Stir in the red bean paste and the sweetened condensed milk until combined.

Three: Pour the ice cream into an airtight container and freeze for at least 3 hours.

Expert Tips!

• Don't hesitate to double the recipe to serve more of this delicious ice cream!
• Whisking whipping cream can be fun sometimes, but over-whisking it will ruin its texture as the cream will begin separating and curdling. The secret to the perfect creamy and soft homemade ice cream is whisking your whip cream just enough to form a stiff peak.

Serving Suggestions

I like to have this Red Bean Ice Cream as it is with no other side dishes whatsoever because it already tastes heavenly as a stand-alone treat.

However, if you want to put more twist on this recipe, top it on your Orange Pancakes, Oat Milk Pancakes or Strawberry Banana French Toast!

You can also be more creative by topping your homemade cookies or cupcakes with this ice cream such as Carrot Cake Cupcakes, Fork Biscuits or Peach Cupcakes.

Storage

I keep my ice cream in an airtight container before storing it in the freezer. It can last up to three months.

Tip: If the ice cream has been stored in the freezer for quite some time, let it thaw for a few minutes just until it retains the creamy texture instead of being hard and almost blocky.

Recipe FAQs

Where Can I Buy Adzuki Beans?

Adzuki beans are popular in East Asian countries, particularly Japan; hence you can easily find these beans in a Japanese store near you. Supermarkets are now selling these beans in their Asian or bean section as well.

Can I Make A Dairy-Free Version Of This Recipe?

Of course! You can easily buy dairy-free sweetened condensed milk and coconut whipped cream and swap to using instead.

They are widely available in grocery stores. Coconut whipped cream is a dairy-free option to the usual whipped cream used in recipes.

Does Red Bean Ice Cream Taste Good?

Who doesn't love the taste of red beans? This red bean ice cream is made with real red beans (Adzuki), so you can enjoy the authentic taste in every bite.

It's perfect for a summer treat or a winter snack. And it's not just delicious, it's also healthy!

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• Honeycomb Ice Cream 

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