Description
Indulge in the exotic flavors of Chai Coconut Ice Cream, a creamy and aromatic dairy-free dessert that combines the richness of coconut milk with the warm spices of chai. This vegan treat is perfect for cooling off on a hot day or satisfying your sweet tooth with a unique twist.
Ingredients
Scale
Coconut Ice Cream Base:
- 2 cans (13.5 oz each) full-fat coconut milk
- 1/2 cup maple syrup or agave nectar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- pinch of salt
Chai Infusion:
- 2 chai tea bags or 2 tablespoons loose-leaf chai
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
Instructions
- Infuse the Coconut Milk: Heat coconut milk in a saucepan until steaming. Steep chai tea in the milk, then whisk in maple syrup, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt.
- Chill the Mixture: Refrigerate the mixture for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Churn the Ice Cream: Process the chilled mixture in an ice cream maker.
- Freeze and Serve: Transfer the churned ice cream to a container and freeze until firm. Let it sit briefly before scooping.
Notes
- Enhance the flavor with ground ginger or cardamom for a spicier kick.
- If you lack an ice cream maker, freeze the mixture in a dish and stir periodically for a similar texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Freezing
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
