Gand's Star Anise Ice Cream

Gand's Star Anise Ice Cream is a luxurious and aromatic dessert that transforms a classic treat into an exotic experience. Infused with the warm, licorice-like essence of whole star anise pods, this creamy ice cream balances bold spice with a rich custard base made from fresh milk, cream, and egg yolks. A touch of vanilla enhances the depth of flavor, while a silky-smooth texture is achieved by straining and chilling the custard before churning it to perfection. Perfect for adventurous foodies and spice lovers, this gourmet ice cream is an impressive dessert for dinner parties or an indulgent treat for yourself. Whether you serve it alongside spiced baked goods or enjoy it solo, this recipe brings elegance and intrigue to every scoop. Keywords: star anise ice cream, homemade ice cream recipe, gourmet desserts, spiced ice cream, dessert with star anise.

Nutriscore Rating: 52/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 cups Whole milk
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
• 4 large Egg yolks
• 5 pods Whole star anise
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.125 teaspoon Salt

Directions

Step 1

In a medium saucepan, combine the whole milk, heavy cream, and whole star anise pods.

Step 2

Heat the mixture over medium heat until it just starts to steam, but do not let it boil.

Step 3

Remove the saucepan from heat and let the star anise steep in the milk mixture for 30 minutes to extract its flavor.

Step 4

In a medium bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar and egg yolks until the mixture is pale and slightly thickened.

Step 5

Reheat the milk mixture until warm. Remove the star anise pods and discard them.

Step 6

Slowly add the warm milk mixture into the egg yolk mixture while whisking constantly to temper the eggs.

Step 7

Pour the mixture back into the saucepan and cook over low heat, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon or spatula, until the custard thickens and coats the back of the spoon (approximately 170–175°F). Do not let it boil.

Step 8

Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract and salt.

Step 9

Strain the custard through a fine-mesh sieve into a clean bowl to remove any cooked egg bits.

Step 10

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap, pressing the wrap directly onto the surface of the custard to prevent a skin from forming.

Step 11

Refrigerate the custard for at least 4 hours or overnight until thoroughly chilled.

Step 12

Once chilled, churn the custard in an ice cream maker according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

Step 13

Transfer the churned ice cream to an airtight container and freeze for at least 2 hours to firm up before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(961.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1934.8

Total Fat 115.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 63.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g
Cholesterol 1036.6mg	0%
Sodium 593.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 180.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.5g	0%
Total Sugars 174.4g
Protein 28.5g	0%

Vitamin D 287.9IU	0%
Calcium 757.0mg	0%
Iron 5.5mg	0%
Potassium 959.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 55.4%

Protein: 6.1%

Carbs: 38.5%