Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/2 cup crushed Spekulatius cookies
Special equipment needed:
- Ice cream maker
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a medium saucepan, combine the heavy cream, whole milk, and granulated sugar. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar has dissolved.
2. Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, ground cloves, and ground ginger.
3. Allow the mixture to cool to room temperature.
4. Once cooled, pour the mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions.
5. During the last few minutes of churning, add the crushed Spekulatius cookies to the ice cream maker.
6. Once the ice cream is finished churning, transfer it to a freezer-safe container and freeze for at least 2 hours before serving.
Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 20 minutes
Freezing time: 2 hours
Temperature:
Medium heat
Serving size:
Makes about 6 servings
Nutritional information:
Calories per serving: 430
Fat per serving: 30g
Carbohydrates per serving: 36g
Protein per serving: 4g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- You can use half-and-half instead of heavy cream for a lighter ice cream.
- You can use almond milk instead of whole milk for a dairy-free option.
- You can use any type of cookie you like instead of Spekulatius cookies.
Variations:
- Add chopped nuts or chocolate chips to the ice cream during the last few minutes of churning.
- Use different spices to change the flavor profile of the ice cream.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure the mixture is completely cooled before adding it to the ice cream maker to prevent the ice cream from becoming icy.
- Crush the cookies into small pieces to ensure they mix evenly throughout the ice cream.
- For a creamier texture, use all heavy cream instead of a combination of heavy cream and whole milk.
Storage instructions:
Store the ice cream in a freezer-safe container with a tight-fitting lid for up to 1 week.
Reheating instructions:
Allow the ice cream to soften at room temperature for a few minutes before serving.
Presentation ideas:
Serve the ice cream in a bowl or cone and sprinkle with additional crushed Spekulatius cookies.
Garnishes:
Top the ice cream with whipped cream, caramel sauce, or chocolate sauce.
Pairings:
Serve the ice cream with a warm slice of apple pie or gingerbread.
Suggested side dishes:
No side dishes needed.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the ice cream is too soft, freeze it for an additional hour or two.
- If the ice cream is too hard, allow it to soften at room temperature for a few minutes before serving.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to use pasteurized dairy products to prevent foodborne illness.
- Wash your hands and all equipment thoroughly before preparing the ice cream.
Food history:
Spekulatius cookies are a traditional Christmas cookie in Germany and the Netherlands. They are typically flavored with cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and ginger.
Flavor profiles:
The ice cream has a creamy, spiced flavor with a crunchy texture from the Spekulatius cookies.
Serving suggestions:
Serve the ice cream as a dessert after a holiday meal or as a sweet treat on a hot summer day.
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