How to Make Chai Tea Ice Cream - A Step-by-Step Guide

Chai tea is a flavorful and aromatic beverage that has become beloved by many around the world. With its blend of spices such as cinnamon, cardamom, ginger, and cloves, it offers a unique and comforting taste that is perfect for any time of day. And what better way to enjoy the delightful flavors of chai tea than in the form of a creamy and indulgent ice cream?

Chai tea ice cream takes the warmth and spiciness of traditional chai and combines it with the cooling and smooth texture of ...

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Ingredients

  • 3 cups whole milk, or more to taste
  • 3 cups heavy whipping cream
  • 3 cups white sugar
  • 4 cinnamon sticks
  • 4 tablespoons Indian-style plain black tea
  • 3 tablespoons garam masala (Indian spice blend)
  • 10 black peppercorns
  • 6 cardamom pods
  • 2 whole star anise pods
  • 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup chopped semisweet chocolate (Optional)

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Additional Time: 5 hrs
  • Total Time: 5 hrs 35 mins
  • Servings: 12
  • Yield: 2 1/2 quarts

  • Mix whole milk, whipping cream, sugar, cinnamon sticks, tea, garam masala, peppercorns, cardamom pods, anise pods, and nutmeg together in a saucepan; bring to a simmer and cook for 20 minutes. Strain mixture through a colander into a large bowl. Add up to 1 cup more milk to cut spice level and sweetness to your liking.
  • Pour milk mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions.
  • Stir chocolate into the churned milk mixture and freeze, stirring occasionally, until soft and creamy, 4 to 5 hours.
  • Nutrition

    523 cal.

    • Total Fat: 29g
    • Saturated Fat: 18g
    • Cholesterol: 88mg
    • Sodium: 52mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 66g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 60g
    • Protein: 5g
    • Vitamin C: 2mg
    • Calcium: 140mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 199mg