- Doesn't the bread get soggy?
- Yes, a little, and that's the point! Sweet ice cream juice turns the bread inside into something sponge-cake-like. But toasting keeps it holding together longer.
Vietnamese Ice Cream Sandwich (Bánh Mì Kẹp Kem)
Ice cream in bread is an iconic street sweet in Singapore and Vietnam. It might seem odd at first, but neutral, soft (or crispy) bread is the perfect carrier for cold, sweet ice cream, soaking up melting parts so it doesn't drip. The crunch of roasted peanuts puts the cherry on top.
Ingredients
4
whole
Baguettes (or sweet buns)
4
scoops
Vanilla or Coconut Ice Cream
2
tbsp
Chocolate Sauce or Condensed Milk
1
cup
Fresh Strawberries or Banana (sliced)
1/3
cup
Roasted Peanuts (unsalted)
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Equipment Needed
- Ice cream scoop
- Knife
Allergen Information
Wheat
Milk
Peanuts
Tree Nuts
Instructions
1
✓
Crush peanuts coarsely.
Tip: Peanut oiliness and crunch are needed against creamy ice cream.
2
✓
Halve baguette and toast lightly to be lukewarm.
Tip: Temperature contrast (warm bread, cold ice cream) is key.
3
✓
Place ice cream scoops in bread, press slightly with spoon.
Tip: Fill the space.
4
✓
Top with fruits, drizzle with sauce, and sprinkle generously with peanuts.
Tip: Eat immediately!
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Ingredients
- 4 whole Baguettes (or sweet buns)
- 4 scoops Vanilla or Coconut Ice Cream
- 2 tbsp Chocolate Sauce or Condensed Milk
- 1 cup Fresh Strawberries or Banana (sliced)
- 1/3 cup Roasted Peanuts (unsalted)