Chai Spice Ice Cream

This rich and creamy custard-based vanilla ice cream has a warm, spicy taste reminiscent of chai tea.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 15 mins
• Total Time: 25 mins
• Calories: 414 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 cups whole milk
• 1 teaspoon garam masala
• 6 large egg yolks
• 13 cardamom pods
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cloves
• 0.75 cup white sugar
• 1.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 0.75 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 4.5 cups heavy whipping cream

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Combine heavy cream and milk in a deep saucepan over medium-high heat. Add cardamom, cinnamon, vanilla extract, garam masala, nutmeg, and cloves. Whisk lightly and bring to a simmer.

Step 2

Beat sugar and egg yolks together in a bowl until runny, pale yellow, and falling off the whisk in thick ribbons.

Step 3

Pour the egg yolk mixture into the saucepan, whisking continuously to avoid scrambling the eggs. Continue whisking the mixture over high heat until it reaches 185 degrees F (85 degrees C), about 10 minutes. Remove from heat and allow to cool completely, about 1 hour.

Step 4

Strain custard through a fine sieve. Pour into the canister of an ice cream maker. Churn until thick and creamy, according to manufacturer's instructions. Serve immediately or store in the freezer.