This Tim Tam Slam Ice Cream is a no-churn, creamy dessert packed with chocolate and coffee flavors. The crushed Tim Tams blend into the base, adding a rich, malty taste. Meanwhile, the milk powder helps prevent ice crystals, creating a smoother texture.
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What is a Tim Tam Slam?
A Tim Tam Slam is a popular way to eat a Tim Tam by using it as a straw to drink a hot beverage. It enhances the flavor and creates a melty, creamy texture inside the biscuit. Here's how you do it:
How to Do a Tim Tam Slam
- Bite off both ends - Take a small bite off one corner of each end of the Tim Tam.
- Dip into a hot drink - Use a warm drink like coffee, hot chocolate, or tea.
- Use as a straw - Place one bitten end in your mouth and dip the other into the drink.
- Sip quickly - Suck the liquid through the biscuit like a straw. The inside turns gooey while the chocolate coating stays intact.
- Eat immediately - Once it softens, quickly pop the whole thing in your mouth before it falls apart.
This Tim Tam Slam Ice Cream is a play on the classic Tim Tam Slam, transforming the iconic flavors into a creamy frozen dessert. The combination of chocolate, coffee, and crushed Tim Tams mimics the rich, melty experience of sipping a hot drink through the biscuit. Instead of dipping, you get all the flavors in a scoopable, no-churn ice cream that stays smooth and creamy. With added milk powder to prevent ice crystals and plenty of Tim Tam pieces for crunch, this recipe takes the indulgent experience of a Tim Tam Slam. It turns it into an easy homemade treat.
Tips for Creamy Ice Cream Without Ice Crystals
- Use Heavy Cream (Full-Fat) - High-fat content keeps the ice cream smooth and prevents ice crystals from forming.
- Whip the Cream Properly - Whip until thick and airy, but don't overmix. This helps trap air, keeping the texture light and creamy.
- Sweetened Condensed Milk is Key - It prevents large ice crystals and helps create a soft, scoopable consistency without an ice cream machine.
- Add Milk Powder - This absorbs excess moisture, reducing the chance of ice crystals forming.
- Blend Ingredients Well - Make sure all components, including flavor mix-ins, are fully incorporated for a consistent texture.
- Freeze Quickly - The faster the mixture freezes, the smaller the ice crystals. Use a shallow container for quicker freezing.
- Cover the Ice Cream Properly - Press plastic wrap directly onto the surface before sealing with a lid to reduce exposure to air and prevent freezer burn.
- Let It Sit Before Scooping - Allow the ice cream to sit at room temperature for 5 minutes before scooping for a smoother texture.
Ingredients for Tim Tam Slam Ice Cream
Heavy Cream (600mL / 2 ½ cups) - The base of the ice cream, providing richness and a smooth texture. Whipping it incorporates air, making the ice cream light and creamy.
Sweetened Condensed Milk (395g / 14 oz) - Acts as a sweetener and helps create a soft, scoopable consistency without needing an ice cream machine. The sugar content also reduces ice crystal formation.
Tim Tams (1 packet, 11 biscuits) - The star ingredient, adding the signature chocolate-malty flavor. Some are blended into the base for depth, while others are chopped for added texture.
Instant Coffee (1 teaspoon, adjust to taste) - Enhances the chocolate flavor and gives the ice cream a mild mocha-like taste. It mimics a Tim Tam Slam with coffee. You can adjust the amount based on preference.
Milk Powder (2 tablespoons) - Helps prevent ice crystals from forming, making the ice cream creamier. It also enhances the milkiness of the base, giving a richer taste.
Tim Tam Substitutes
If you're looking for a Tim Tam alternative, a few biscuits come close in taste and texture. In the UK, Penguin biscuits are the closest match, while in the US, Trader Joe's Aussie-Style Chocolate Crème Sandwich Cookies are a solid substitute.
Penguin Biscuits (UK): These British chocolate biscuits are often compared to Tim Tams due to their similar structure. Each Penguin consists of two chocolate-flavored biscuits with a creamy chocolate filling, all coated in smooth milk chocolate. While the flavor is slightly different, they work well for a Tim Tam Slam.
Trader Joe's Aussie-Style Chocolate Crème Sandwich Cookies (US): Designed to resemble Tim Tams, these cookies feature a chocolate cream filling between two chocolate biscuits, covered in a chocolate coating. Though not identical, they offer a similar texture and taste, making them a great option in the US.
These substitutes provide the closest experience to a Tim Tam Slam without needing to import the original.
How To Make Tim Tam Slam Ice Cream
- Prepare the Tim Tam mixture. Warm 2 tablespoons of cream in the microwave for 15 seconds. Blend with 4 Tim Tams until smooth. The warm cream enhances the chocolate and malt flavors.
- Make the ice cream base. In a bowl, combine the remaining heavy cream, sweetened condensed milk, milk powder, and instant coffee. Stir in the blended Tim Tam mixture.
- Whip the mixture. Use a hand mixer on low, increasing to medium, until thick and airy. Avoid overmixing to prevent curdling.
- Fold in chopped Tim Tams. Roughly chop 4 more biscuits and gently mix them into the base for added texture.
- Freeze the ice cream. Pour into small cups or a large container. Cover and freeze for 3 hours (cups) or 6 hours (tub).
- Serve with extra Tim Tams. Crush the remaining biscuits and sprinkle them over the ice cream before serving. Enjoy within two weeks for the best texture.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes! The coffee enhances the chocolate flavor, but you can leave it out if you prefer. The ice cream will still be rich and chocolatey.
Milk powder helps absorb excess moisture, preventing ice crystals from forming in your Tim Tam Slam Ice Cream. This results in a smoother, creamier ice cream.
It's best enjoyed within two weeks for the creamiest texture. After that, it may become slightly icier.
Yes! If you can't find Tim Tams, try UK Penguins or Trader Joe's Aussie-Style Chocolate Crème Sandwich Cookies as substitutes.
No, this is a no-churn ice cream recipe, so all you need is a hand mixer and a freezer.
Tim Tam Slam Ice Cream
INGREDIENTS
- 600 ml (2½ cups) heavy cream
- 395 g (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- Tim Tams 1 Packet
- 1 teaspoon (1 teaspoon) instant coffee granules
- 2 tablespoon (2 tablespoon) milk powder
INSTRUCTIONS
- Prepare the Tim Tam mixture - Warm 2 tablespoons of cream in the microwave for 15 seconds. Add it to a blender or food processor with 4 Tim Tams and blend until smooth. The warm cream helps extract more flavor from the biscuits.
- Make the ice cream base - In a large mixing bowl, add the remaining heavy cream, sweetened condensed milk, milk powder, and instant coffee. Pour in the blended Tim Tam mixture.
- Whip the mixture - Use a hand mixer on low speed to combine, then increase to medium and mix until thickened and slightly fluffy. Don't overwhip, or it may curdle.
- Add chopped Tim Tams - Roughly chop 4 more Tim Tams and fold them gently into the ice cream base with a spatula.
- Freeze the ice cream - Pour the mixture into small sundae cups for individual servings or into a large container. Cover and freeze for 3 hours if using small cups or at least 6 hours for a large tub.
- Serve - Before serving, crush the remaining Tim Tams and sprinkle them over the ice cream.
NOTES
- Milk powder prevents ice crystals, keeping the ice cream creamy and smooth.
- Don't overwhip the mixture, or the cream may separate.
- Adjust coffee strength by adding more or less instant coffee to suit your taste.
- Freeze in small portions for faster setting and easier serving.
- Crush Tim Tams just before serving to keep them crunchy.
- Store properly - Cover tightly to prevent freezer burn.
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