This recipe needs no introductions. It is just too fabulous for words.
I had leftover gingersnap cookies that just beckoned to be made into something. And I love taking risks. And this is what happened.
But, if I must use words to describe this recipe: My husband and I fought over licking the ice cream machine bowl.
...'Nuff said.
Gingersnap Ice Cream
Yields: 4 to 6 servings
Ingredients:
1 cup granulated sugarI had leftover gingersnap cookies that just beckoned to be made into something. And I love taking risks. And this is what happened.
But, if I must use words to describe this recipe: My husband and I fought over licking the ice cream machine bowl.
...'Nuff said.
Gingersnap Ice Cream
Yields: 4 to 6 servings
Ingredients:
2 cups whole milk
1 cup half and half
Pinch of salt
3 large egg yolks
1 tsp vanilla
1 tsp ground ginger
1 tsp nutmeg
1 tsp cinnamon
3/4 cup crushed gingersnap cookies
Directions:
1. For the Custard Base: In a medium saucepan over low to medium heat, combine the sugar, vanilla, half and half, milk and yolks. Please be diligent to make sure that it doesn’t boil and turn into scrambled eggs! Cook until the mixture thickens. Allow to cool to room temperature. Refrigerate for 3 hours up to overnight.
2. Using your ice cream machine, add the custard base, spices, and crushed gingersnaps. Process for 25 minutes. Place into a freezer-friendly container. Freeze for 3 to 4 hours before serving.
Sounds fabulous! I too want to be licking the ice-cream bowl, but i think I am going to resist it until next year - it is icy in Scotland, in fact its snowing and I am too much of a wimp to be licking ice-cream right now.
ReplyDeleteWonderful, delicious and I have to make it recipe! I could imagine how delicious it taste, will go perfect with our Christmas dinner since we have a tropical Christmas! Thanks Emily :)
ReplyDeleteyum! love ice cream - especially seasonal ice creams!
ReplyDeleteSounds fabulous and I just happento have a half package of gingersnaps sitting in my cabinet just waiting to be used!
ReplyDeleteSounds heavenly!
ReplyDeleteI think I just fainted. I could live on ice cream alone...seriously, this sounds amazing for this time of year!
ReplyDeleteThis homemade ice cream looks so delicious!
ReplyDeleteNo wonder you and hubby licked the bowl, I would too---it sounds delicious! Now I need to buy some gingersnaps. I never noticed until now, the upside down knife in your header. Cute and clever!
ReplyDeleteNot much need to be said. I'd fight you too.
ReplyDeleteoh my gahhhhhhh - that sounds amazing!!
ReplyDeleteDefinitely no explanation needed! This looks amazing - I think it's definitely a recipe to make just for one. Or in secret, so no fighting can ensue :)
ReplyDeleteEmily! I have no words for this either! Well...yes I do! I want some!!!! Great holiday ice cream recipe!!! : )
ReplyDeleteHomemade ice cream, awesome!
ReplyDeleteOh, my! I've never imagined a gingersnap ice cream before, but I won't stop thinking about it till I make some! We LOVE gingersnaps in this house :)
ReplyDeleteOh boy this looks way too delicious! I would probably eat it all if I made this hehe.
ReplyDeleteBeing an already out of the ordinary ice cream maker...LOVVVVVVVVVE this recipe
ReplyDeleteThis sounds amazing! Usually I'm loving peppermint ice cream this time of year, but I can definitely see this becoming the new favorite :)
ReplyDeleteOh wow, you know me and ice cream. I love this. Ginger is just so refreshing. Not food related but our horse's name is Ginger. When she had her baby I tried to convince my daughter we should name it Snap. Lol!
ReplyDeleteBest ice cream name ever? I think so.
ReplyDeleteBadass ice cream! It sounds sooooo good :)
I cannot believe it - you just made the perfect winter ice cream - all those deep spices. Thinking of it a la mode - with everything.
ReplyDeleteGreat outcome you have made with the cookies, I must try too one of these days.
ReplyDeleteYUMM. Gingersnaps are my fave so I know I would love this. Delish!!!
ReplyDeleteI've never had this but I will rememdy that ASAP. It really sounds delicious. I hope youhave a great day. Blessings...Mary
ReplyDeleteOh Snap, AWESOME!! I am loving this for the holidays!! thanks
ReplyDeleteEven on a cold day like today, I'm hungry for this sweet treat! Thank you for sharing such a seasonal and satisfying recipe. I hope you are warm and full tonight. I'm about to put on a pot of soup and cozy up with a book. Love from Austin.
ReplyDeleteWhat a heavenly treat for Christmas!
ReplyDeletesounds yummy and festive!
ReplyDeleteoh me oh my that has certainly flipped my trigger..thank you so very much for sharing!
ReplyDeleteThis sounds amazing! Usually I'm loving peppermint ice cream this time of year, but I can definitely see this becoming the new favorite :)
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