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Masala Chai Ice Cream

Source of Recipe

Adapted from '125 Best Ice Cream Recipes'


List of Ingredients

1/2 cinnamon stick
8 black peppercorns
6 whole cloves
3 cardamom pods
2 cups water
3 (1/4-inch-thick) slices fresh ginger
1/2 cup whole milk
1 cup simple syrup (see note)
1/2 cup heavy cream


Recipe

Using a mortar and pestle, crush cinnamon, peppercorns, cloves and cardamom pods until fine and powdery (or use a clean coffee grinder).

Combine spice mixture, water, ginger and milk in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Remove from heat; cover and let stand for 10 minutes. Strain into a large bowl. Let cool to room temperature. Stir in simple syrup and cream. Cover; refrigerate until cold. Stir mixture, then transfer to an ice-cream maker. Freeze according to manufacturer's directions.

Makes 4 to 6 servings.

Note: To make simple syrup, combine 2 cups granulated sugar and 2 cups water in a medium saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium-low heat. Cook, stirring, for 1 minute or until sugar is completely dissolved. Simmer, without stirring, for 2 minutes more. Transfer to an airtight container; refrigerate until cold. Refrigerate leftovers.