Chai Ice Cream

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
20%
Chai Ice Cream
60 min.
2
1395kcal

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Indulge in the delightful fusion of flavors with our Chai Ice Cream, a dessert that beautifully marries the warmth of traditional chai spices with the creamy richness of ice cream. Perfect for those who appreciate the aromatic notes of allspice, cardamom, and ginger, this vegetarian and gluten-free treat is sure to impress your taste buds and elevate your dessert game.

Imagine a hot summer day, where the sun is shining, and you crave something refreshing yet comforting. This Chai Ice Cream is the answer! With its unique blend of spices, including toasted black peppercorns and star anise, each bite transports you to a cozy tea house, where the air is filled with the enticing scent of brewing chai. The creamy texture, combined with the subtle sweetness, creates a perfect balance that is both satisfying and indulgent.

Not only is this recipe a delightful way to cool down, but it also offers a fun and engaging cooking experience. From toasting the spices to steeping the tea leaves, every step is a journey into the world of flavors. Whether you're serving it at a dinner party or enjoying it as a personal treat, this Chai Ice Cream is bound to become a favorite. So gather your ingredients, and let’s embark on this delicious adventure together!

Ingredients

  • teaspoon allspice toasted ( 10) ()
  • 0.5 teaspoon peppercorns black toasted
  •  cardamom pods crushed toasted ()
  • teaspoon coriander seeds toasted ()
  • cups cup heavy whipping cream 
  •  egg yolk 
  • tablespoons ginger grated
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon 
  • 0.8 teaspoon kosher salt 
  • cup milk 
  • 0.3 cup cranberry-orange relish black english
  • 0.8 cup sugar 
  •  star anise whole toasted

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sauce pan
  • whisk
  • sieve
  • measuring cup

Directions

  1. In a medium saucepan, bring cream and milk to a simmer. Toast whole spices and stir into dairy along with cinnamon and ginger. Bring dairy to a boil, then remove from heat and cover to steep for 45 minutes.
  2. After 45 minutes, return dairy to a boil, then remove from heat and stir in tea leaves. Cover and let steep for 15 minutes.
  3. Pour dairy through a fine mesh strainer into a measuring cup or bowl, pressing on tea leaves with a spoon to extract all liquid. In a clean medium saucepan, whisk together egg yolks and sugar until pale in color and slightly thickened. Slowly add strained dairy, whisking constantly.
  4. Heat mixture on medium heat, stirring frequently, until a custard forms on the back of a spoon and a swiped finger leaves a clean line. Stir in salt to taste, then strain custard into an airtight container and chill overnight.
  5. The next day, churn ice cream according to manufacturer's instructions.
  6. Transfer to an airtight container and chill in freezer for at least 4 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Calories1395kcal
Protein5.81%
Fat66.1%
Carbs28.09%

Properties

Glycemic Index
113.8
Glycemic Load
56.05
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
31.787391196127%

Flavonoids

Hesperetin
6.13mg
Naringenin
3.45mg
Luteolin
0.04mg
Kaempferol
0.03mg
Myricetin
0.03mg
Quercetin
0.1mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:1395.01kcal
69.75%
Fat:105.37g
162.1%
Saturated Fat:62.32g
389.48%
Carbohydrates:100.79g
33.6%
Net Carbohydrates:96.86g
35.22%
Sugar:90.21g
100.23%
Cholesterol:866.78mg
288.93%
Sodium:1013.93mg
44.08%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:20.83g
41.65%
Manganese:2.07mg
103.73%
Vitamin A:4547.9IU
90.96%
Selenium:40.73µg
58.19%
Vitamin B2:0.95mg
55.62%
Vitamin D:8.07µg
53.77%
Phosphorus:499.2mg
49.92%
Calcium:447.68mg
44.77%
Vitamin B12:2.09µg
34.88%
Vitamin B5:2.77mg
27.68%
Vitamin E:3.73mg
24.84%
Folate:97.03µg
24.26%
Vitamin B6:0.4mg
19.88%
Vitamin C:16.31mg
19.77%
Zinc:2.93mg
19.54%
Potassium:668.93mg
19.11%
Iron:3.33mg
18.5%
Vitamin B1:0.25mg
16.8%
Fiber:3.93g
15.71%
Magnesium:62.68mg
15.67%
Vitamin K:10.32µg
9.83%
Copper:0.17mg
8.4%
Vitamin B3:0.6mg
3.01%