Beside taro ice cream, this White Rabbit candy ice cream (大白兔糖雪糕) is a hit! The delightful and modern dessert innovation that brings the beloved flavors of the classic Chinese White Rabbit candy into a creamy, rich and refreshing treat! This easy homemade version White Rabbit candy ice cream recipe only uses three simple ingredients. Let’s learn how to make white rabbit ice cream with step by step photos, tips and a video tutorial.
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What is white rabbit candy ice cream (大白兔糖雪糕)?
White Rabbit candy ice cream is very popular and a big hit in Los Angeles, California since February 2019. Wanderlust Creamery in California uses the creamy White Rabbit candy, most of Asians childhood milk candy, to make ice cream. And, they sold out very fast every day.
It is a dessert that combines the flavor of the classic Chinese White Rabbit creamy candy with ice cream. The white rabbit candy ice cream aims to capture the unique flavor, offering a creamy, milky ice cream base. Some versions may have pieces of the actual candy or its flavoring to enhance the ice cream.
What is white rabbit candy?
Creamy White Rabbit candy originated in Shanghai, China in 1943. At first, the milk candies were packaged in red Mickey Mouse. Later on, it changed into a rabbit logo with blue, red and white colors.
White Rabbit candy is most people's childhood candy. Not only is it creamy, sweet and milky. It's very special that it has a very thin piece of edible rice paper wrapped around the candy. The rice paper melts in the mouth. Also, it was my favorite thing to eat white rabbit candy when I was a kid.
White Rabbit candies are known for their creamy, milky taste and chewy texture. White Rabbit candy has been a favorite treat in China for decades and has gained international popularity as well. The flavor and texture are often compared to sweetened condensed milk or creamy toffee.
Where can I buy White Rabbit Candy?
You can find them in most Asian stores. Also, you can buy it online.
What does White Rabbit ice cream taste like?
White Rabbit ice cream is known for its unique flavor that closely resembles the original White Rabbit candy. The primary flavor is a rich, creamy, and milky taste which is similar to sweetened condensed milk or vanilla ice cream but with a distinct twist. Also, the ice cream is sweet, with a slight buttery taste that adds to its richness.
If you are familiar with the original White Rabbit candy, this ice cream has a sense of milky candy in a smooth and frozen form. However, some versions of the ice cream may also include pieces of White Rabbit candy which add a chewy texture to the creamy base.
Tools: electric hand mixer and microwave
In order to make this white rabbit candy ice cream at home, you need an electric hand mixer to beat the cream. Using an electric hand mixer is an efficient way to whip cream quickly. Also, you can melt the white rabbit candy over the stove or in the microwave.
What is White Rabbit ice cream made of?
Homemade White Rabbit candy ice cream is a simple, easy and delicious treat! In this White Rabbit candy ice cream recipe, I only used three simple ingredients: White Rabbit candies, milk, and heavy whipping cream.
Storage:
How to store White Rabbit ice cream?
After mixing the candy mixture and cream, transfer the ice cream to an airtight container. Then, cover a piece of plastic wrap on the surface to prevent ice crystals from forming. Let it freeze for 6-8 hours or overnight.
Also, store the White Rabbit ice cream in the freezer at a consistent temperature to maintain its texture and flavor. Once opened, ensure the container is tightly sealed to prevent freezer burn.
How long can the White Rabbit ice cream last?
For the best flavor and texture, consume homemade White Rabbit ice cream as soon as possible, but it can last for two weeks.
Cooking tips for White Rabbit ice cream:
- Melt the white rabbit candies with milk in the microwave for around 1.5 minutes depending on your microwave power. I suggest to do 30 seconds first, then stir it and add more seconds until all candies are melted. Make sure to watch it carefully when melting the candies because you can stop the microwave if you see it’s overflowing.
- Let the candy mixture cool off before adding it into the cream.
- Use an electric hand mixer to whip the cream until it’s thick, but don’t over whipped it. After that, mix the melted candy mixture and whipped cream. Then, freeze it for 6-8 hours.
- Depends on how sweet the ice cream you want. You can add more white rabbit candies if you want sweeter. (I used 35 pieces, it’s a small 6.3 oz bag.)
FAQs:
Yes, you can eat the thin transparent rice paper. It will dissolve on your tongue.
The original White Rabbit candy is made with regular milk and sugar. The ice cream is made of cream, milk and white rabbit candies. Therefore, it may not be suitable for vegetarians.
White Rabbit ice cream may contain milk, soy, and other allergens. Always check the ingredient list and allergen information provided by the manufacturer.
The traditional flavor is based on the original candy’s creamy and milky taste. However, some like to add ingredients with different flavors.
Instructions on how to make White Rabbit candy ice cream:
Melting candies:
1. Unwrap 35 pieces of White Rabbit candies (1 small bag 6.3 oz) and put them in the bowl. Don't worry about the thin rice paper, it is edible and will melt.
2. After that, pour ½ cup of milk into the bowl with the candies. Then, put them in the microwave for around 1.5 minutes and until all the candies melt. (*I suggest putting it for 30 seconds, then stir and mix it. Repeat this step until the candy melts. Watch it very carefully because it may overflow.) Or, you can heat them up over the stove with a small fire until all the candies melt.
3. Let the candy mixture cool off before adding it into the cream.
Mixing with cream:
4. In a mixing bowl, pour 1 cup of heavy whipping cream and use an electric hand mixer to whip the cream. Until the cream is thick, but don't over whip it.
5. Next, add the melted candy mixture from step 3 into the whipped cream.
6. Mix it well.
Freezing:
7. Pour the mixture into a container and level it off. Cover it with a plastic wrap. Then, freeze it for at least 6-8 hours. The best result is to freeze it overnight.
8. Then, unwrap the plastic wrap and scoop the ice cream out. The best is to wait for 1-2 minutes because it is easier to scoop it out.
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White Rabbit Candy Ice Cream
Equipment
- 1 Electric hand mixer
- 1 Microwave/ pot
Video
Ingredients
- 35 pieces White Rabbit candies (1 small bag 6.3 oz)
- 1 cup Heavy whipping cream
- ½ cup Milk (I used 2 %, you can use any milk)
Instructions
- Unwrap 35 pieces of White Rabbit candies (1 small bag 6.3 oz) and put them in the bowl. Don't worry about the thin rice paper, it is edible and will melt.
- After that, pour ½ cup of milk into the bowl with the candies. Then, put them in the microwave for around 1.5 minutes and until all the candies melt. (*I suggest putting it for 30 seconds, then stir and mix it. Repeat this step until the candy melts. Watch it very carefully because it may overflow.) Or, you can heat them up over the stove with a small fire until all the candies melt.
- Let the candy mixture cool off before adding it into the cream.
- In a mixing bowl, pour 1 cup of heavy whipping cream and use an electric hand mixer to whip the cream. Until the cream is thick, but don't over whip it.
- Next, add the melted candy mixture from step 3 into the whipped cream.
- Mix it well.
- Pour the mixture into a container and level it off. Cover it with a plastic wrap. Then, freeze it for at least 6-8 hours. The best result is to freeze it overnight.
- Then, unwrap the plastic wrap and scoop the ice cream out. The best is to wait for 1-2 minutes because it is easier to scoop it out.
Notes
Cooking tips for White Rabbit ice cream:
- Melt the white rabbit candies with milk in the microwave for around 1.5 minutes depending on your microwave power. I suggest to do 30 seconds first, then stir it and add more seconds until all candies are melted. Make sure to watch it carefully when melting the candies because you can stop the microwave if you see it’s overflowing.
- Let the candy mixture cool off before adding it into the cream.
- Use an electric hand mixer to whip the cream until it’s thick, but don’t over whipped it. After that, mix the melted candy mixture and whipped cream. Then, freeze it for 6-8 hours.
- Depends on how sweet the ice cream you want. You can add more white rabbit candies if you want sweeter. (I used 35 pieces, it’s a small 6.3 oz bag.)
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