Chai Ice Cream in Caramel Cups Recipe

Name: Chai Ice Cream in Caramel Cups
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pint vanilla ice cream; 1/4 cup brewed Chai tea, chilled; 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger; 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves; 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/2 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg; 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom; Caramel squares; Sliced almonds for garnish

Servings: persons

1
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2
Soften the ice cream in a large bowl.
3
Add the tea and spices and mix until thoroughly combined.
4
Pack and re-freeze at least 2 hours.
5
Unwrap the caramel squares and place them on the baking sheet spaced about 2 inches apart.
6
Bake until melted and softened.
7
Place another piece of parchment on top and press the caramel into a circle.
8
Cool another 2 minutes.
9
Peel the caramel circles off the parchment and press into mini muffin pans to form a small cup shape.
10
Cool completely.
11
Scoop ice cream into cups and garnish with almonds.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pint vanilla ice cream, 1/4 cup brewed Chai tea, chilled, 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger, and more.

Yes, Chai Ice Cream in Caramel Cups falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep frozen in an airtight container for up to 1–2 months. Let it soften for a few minutes before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chai Ice Cream in Caramel Cups

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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