Gingerbread ice cream is a real winter treat, perfect to accompany a festive dessert or to enjoy on its own. However, as not everyone knows gingerbread, I offer you alternatives. If you're in Germany, consider Lebkuchen , these delicious little spicy Christmas cakes, or in Spain, polvorones for a slightly different but equally festive touch. And don't worry, I'll guide you to recreate these warm flavors wherever you are!
Ingredients :
- 100 ml full cream (or vegetable cream for a lactose-free option)
- 200 ml of milk (or almond milk)
- 2 tablespoons of honey (or maple syrup)
- 1 teaspoon of cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1 pinch of ground cloves (optional)
- 100 g crumbled gingerbread (or Lebkuchen , or any other spicy Christmas cake)
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
Preparation :
- Mix the liquid ingredients :
In a bowl, mix the cream, milk and honey (or maple syrup) until everything is well incorporated. Honey provides a natural sweetness that goes perfectly with the spices. - Add the spices :
Incorporate the cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and if you wish, a pinch of cloves. These spices are the key to giving this ice cream the authentic comforting taste of Christmas. - Add the gingerbread (or alternative) :
Finely crumble the gingerbread , Lebkuchen or other spicy cake, then add them to the mixture. The pieces will infuse the ice cream and give it this deliciously delicious texture. - Freezing :
Pour the mixture into the jar of your Ninja Creami and freeze for at least 24 hours. - Transformation into ice cream :
After freezing, use the “Ice” mode of your Ninja Creami to obtain a creamy texture. If you want larger pieces of gingerbread in your ice cream, don't hesitate to add a few more pieces after the first cycle and restart the "Mix-in" mode.
Tips for serving:
- Presentation : Serve this ice cream in small cups and decorate with additional gingerbread crumbs or a few pieces of hazelnuts to add crunch.
- Perfect pairing : This ice cream goes wonderfully with a warm apple pie, or even with hot chocolate for even more comfort.
Why is this recipe special?
The combination of warm spices and crumbled gingerbread creates a rich and comforting dessert that transports you straight into the holiday spirit. Whether you use gingerbread, Lebkuchen , or another local alternative, this ice cream will bring a festive note to any winter meal.
Conclusion :
Gingerbread ice cream ( or its version with spiced Christmas cupcakes) is the perfect dessert for the season. Easy to make with ingredients that you can adapt according to what you find, it will delight all lovers of spicy flavors and winter sweets. One bite, and you’re transported to the heart of the holidays, no matter where you are!
