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This Ras Malai Ice Cream recipe brings authentic South Asian flavor and texture to ice cream in a so-simple-it-hurts 20-minute recipe.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Ice cream is one of those quick and easy guilty pleasures that you can break out at any time of day for any occasion. Whether you\u2019re going through a breakup and need to cry through a tub of Ben & Jerry\u2019s or you want something sweet and refreshing to nightcap your meal, this Ras Malai Ice Cream is the new go-to ice cream you didn\u2019t know you needed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And no, you do not need an ice cream machine or any crazy-long, exhausting process to make this ice cream recipe. In fact, it is arguably one of the most simple and easy Indian fusion dessert recipes on my website.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ras Malai is a traditional Indian dessert that is served cold and is actually my second favorite Indian dessert ever (in first place will always be gulab jamun). In Hindi, “ras” means milk and “malai” means cream. Directly translated, ras malai is something that is milky and creamy. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

And trust me, the name lives up to the hype in the best way. (If you like this recipe, you\u2019ll definitely like my Ras Malai Eclairs<\/a> too!).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Traditionally, ras malai is made by curdling full-fat milk with something acidic to make an Indian cheese that forms the main component of the dessert. Then, it is drained, shaped, and cooked in sugar syrup to puff up and form gorgeous, spongy discs that eventually sit in sweet, thickened milk (rabri). <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Since the dessert is originally made to be served cold, I wanted to infuse it into an ice cream flavor. However, I wanted to add the texture of a bite-size piece of ras malai to the ice cream. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Many Ras Malai Ice Cream recipes lack the beautiful texture of the spongey ras malai. They typically integrate the flavor of the traditional Indian dessert but neglect the richness of the Indian cheese. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Think of it like getting a brownie fudge ice cream and only ever getting spoonfulls of ice cream, and no brownie fudge pieces. Disappointing, right?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Another great thing about this recipe is that you find many plant-based, non-dairy alternatives to the ingredients in this recipe, so it\u2019s generally friendly to anyone with any type of dietary restriction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This Ras Malai Ice Cream pairs so well with a hot, spicy meal to cool your mouth down. You can serve it after a meal like Gravy Chicken<\/a> or Paneer Momos with Spicy Kashmiri Chutney<\/a>. My only warning is to be careful because you\u2019ll want to eat this so fast you\u2019ll get brain freeze! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Not only does it only take a few basic ingredients, but you don\u2019t even have to make the ras malai from scratch. I use Nanak Ras Malai, which can be found at almost any Indian store. You can even use the \u201cras,\u201d or the milk from the package, and incorporate it into the ice cream. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is truly one of the easiest desserts to make, and if you like this, you\u2019ll like the Gulab Jamun Gelato too! It has a whole different flavor and texture, but the same easy, simple steps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tips & Tricks to Make this Ras Malai Ice Cream<\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n

Is it even really a Table of Spice recipe if I don\u2019t give you my favorite kitchen hacks to make your life easier? <\/p>\n\n\n\n