Ginger Ice Cream
Ginger ice cream is a unique and flavorful dessert, blending the warming aroma of ginger with the creamy coolness of ice cream. Ginger has been used for centuries, not only for its medicinal properties but also as an exciting spice that works perfectly in cakes, drinks, and ice creams. The slightly spicy, citrusy notes of ginger pair wonderfully with ice cream, especially with vanilla and creamy bases. This ice cream recipe contains a balanced proportion of ginger, so the flavor is pleasantly warming but not overpowering. This ice cream is a great choice for those who like slightly spicy desserts. Serve it with candied ginger, a drizzle of honey, or grated lemon zest to make the experience even fresher and more special!
Ingredients for this recipe
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Preparation Steps
1
Peel the fresh ginger and grate it finely or slice it thinly.
2
In a saucepan, combine the milk, heavy cream, and sugar. Heat over medium heat, stirring until the sugar is completely dissolved, but do not bring to a boil.
3
Add the grated or sliced ginger, and let the mixture simmer over low heat for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
4
Remove the saucepan from the heat and strain the mixture to remove the ginger pieces.
5
Stir in the vanilla extract until well combined.
6
Let the mixture cool completely to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours to chill thoroughly.
7
Pour the well-chilled ice cream base into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions. If you don't have an ice cream maker, pour it into a freezer-safe container and stir it with a fork every hour to prevent ice crystals from forming.
8
Place the ice cream in the freezer for at least 4 hours to harden completely.
9
Before serving, let it stand at room temperature for a few minutes to soften slightly for easier scooping. Garnish with candied ginger or a little grated lemon zest, if desired.
