Chai Affogato (with Honey-Sweetened Coconut Milk Ice Cream)
Creamy, dreamy, and delightfully sweet, this Coconut Chai Ice Cream is a luxurious treat that combines the exotic flavors of spiced chai with velvety coconut milk. The warm and comforting notes of cinnamon and vanilla complement the rich coconut base, creating a unique and refreshing dessert experience. Each bite is a blend of creamy goodness and aromatic spices, making this homemade ice cream a true indulgence for any occasion.
— Constant Cookbook
Ingredients
- 2 cans (14 ounces each) full fat coconut milk
- ⅔ cup honey
- ⅔ cup water
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- Dash fine grain sea salt
- 1½ teaspoons arrowroot powder (see notes)
- 8 spiced chai tea bags
- 2 cups water
Instructions
- In a Dutch oven or a big, heavy-bottomed pot, combine the coconut milk, honey, water, vanilla, cinnamon and salt. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat while whisking often. While the mixture warms up, whisk the arrowroot starch with a couple tablespoons of the coconut milk mixture in a small bowl until thoroughly incorporated and no lumps remain.
- Once the coconut milk mixture reaches a gentle simmer, pour the arrowroot mixture into the pot and simmer, whisking constantly, for one minute. Remove from heat, let cool to room temperature, then place the bowl in the refrigerator until the mixture is completely and thoroughly chilled.
- Before you start your ice cream maker, place your future ice cream container in the freezer to chill. Use a spoon to scoop off the thickened top layer of ice cream and discard it. Whisk together the chilled mixture in case the honey has separated from the rest. Pour the mixture into your ice cream maker and freeze according to your manufacturer’s instructions, then transfer it to your chilled container. Freeze for several hours.
- When you’re ready for dessert, bring 2 cups water to a boil and pour the water over 8 chai tea bags. Steep for 4 minutes, then remove the bags (squeeze out some of the water they have absorbed). Scoop your ice cream into small bowls, then pour hot tea into the bowls. Serve immediately!
Yield
8
Nutrition
- Calories: 178 calories
- Sugar Content: 2.1 g
- Sodium Content: 48 mg
- Fat Content: 18.1 g
- Saturated Fat Content: 16 g
- Trans Fat Content: 0 g
- Carbohydrate Content: 5 g
- Fiber Content: 0.1 g
- Protein Content: 1.7 g
- Cholesterol Content: 0 mg
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