This chai spiced ice cream parfait is a fun, scoopable Fall dessert made with delicious layers of crushed waffle cones, chai spiced ice cream, whipped cream, pecans, and caramel sauce layered in a tall glass.
This post is sponsored by my friends at Joy Cone. All opinions are my own.
Who says you canโt have ice cream in the Fall season? Ice cream is definitely a year-round dessert for me. Somehow it tastes even better when it doesnโt melt as fast and donโt forget the Fall flavours!
Typically a Japanese dessert, parfaits have long been my favourite treat for times when I want a little bit of everything sweet, crunchy, and satisfying. Japanese ice cream parfaits usually consist of layers of cereal, whipped cream, mochi, and ice cream, most commonly in matcha or tea flavours. This chai spiced ice cream parfait is a Fall spin on this classic dessert. Itโs so easy and low maintenance to throw everything together in a glass and I love eating it by getting a bit of everything in each spoon. Itโs basically the sophisticated version of an ice cream sundae.
What goes into a parfait?
Parfaits are all about different textures. As a guideline, you always need at least something crunchy and something creamy in a parfait.
For this recipe, my something crunchy is a crushed up Joy Cone waffle cone. Just because an ice cream parfait is served in a tall glass, doesn't mean you have to miss out on the crisp and fragrant waffle cone you typically get at an ice cream shop. Nothing warms my soul more than the delicious buttery, sugary aroma of freshly made waffle cones and Joy Cone lets you bring that experience home with you. These waffle cones are thick and crunchy so they wonโt get soggy in your parfait and they have that quintessential fragrance of fresh baking. Their sugar cones would also work perfectly for this for an extra crispy texture.
My something creamy is a super delicious and easy homemade no-churn chai spiced ice cream. No parfait is complete without ice cream. To add another layer of creaminess, I added some simple whipped cream for a taste of something lighter and fluffy to balance everything out.
Customization is my favourite part about parfaits. Add your own favourite things, leave out what you don't love, or switch up the order of the layers. Every parfait ends up looking different and thatโs the beauty of it.
How to make a chai spiced ice cream parfait
Make the chai spiced ice cream: The day before or a few days before you plan to serve your ice cream parfait, make the ice cream. You can also use store-bought ice cream but this no-churn chai spiced ice cream is so easy to make, I promise itโs worth it to make it yourself.
Whisk your whipping cream and chai spices until it becomes soft peaks. Slowly drizzle in the condensed milk while folding it into the cream with a spatula. Pour the mixture into a loaf pan and top with cinnamon and crushed waffle cone pieces for some crunch. Freeze overnight and scoop it when youโre ready to make the parfait.
Make the caramel sauce: Follow my step-by-step tutorial on how to make homemade caramel sauce or use a store-bought sauce. But I swear homemade is SO much better. This can be made a few days in advance.
Whip up some cream: Simply whisk up whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until it reaches soft peaks. Make this right before putting your parfait together.
Layer it all together: Start with the crunchy bits. Roughly crush a whole waffle cone in your hands and drop it into the bottom of your glass. Add a layer of whipping cream on top. Add a layer of pecans and then a thin layer of caramel sauce. Add a couple of scoops of your chai spiced ice cream. To top it all off, sprinkle a bit more crushed waffle cone on top, a dusting of cinnamon, a drizzle of caramel, and a long spoon to eat it all with.
Why you'll love this ice cream parfait recipe
- Super satisfying mix of crispy and creamy textures
- Itโs so low maintenance and easy to throw together quickly
- I might just be a nerd but you can have a parfait party where everyone puts together their own parfait. Perfect for kids (or adults too)!
- All the different components can be made a few days in advance or purchased in store
- You taste a bit of everything in every bite
- Did I mention itโs delicious?!
Other Fall dessert recipes
- Chai Spice Cupcakes
- Pumpkin Swiss Roll
- Caramel Apple Crisp
- Spiced Apple Cake with Salted Maple Caramel
- Caramel Apple Cake
- Cinnamon Apple Cream Puffs
Recipe
Chai Spiced Ice Cream Parfait
Ingredientsย ย
Chai Spiced Ice Cream:
- 600 mL whipping cream
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ยฝ teaspoon ground ginger
- ยฝ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 300 mL sweetened condensed milk
Whipped Cream:
- 200 mL whipping cream
- 1 tablespoon powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 box Joy Cone Waffle Cones, roughly crushed
- 200 g pecans, roughly chopped
- 1 batch homemade caramel sauce
Instructionsย
To make the chai spiced ice cream
- In a large bowl, beat the whipping cream, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and vanilla extract with a whisk or hand mixer until it reaches soft peaks.
- With one hand, slowly drizzle in the condense milk while folding it into the whipped cream with a spatula in the other hand. Fold just until all the condensed milk has been combined. The cream will thin out a bit but will still be thick and fluffy.
- Pour the mixture into a loaf tin. Top with a dusting of spices and some crushed up waffle cone (optional). Cover the tin with plastic wrap and freeze for at least 4 hours or overnight.
To make the whipped cream
- In a large bowl, beat the whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract with a whisk until it reaches soft peaks. Set aside.
To put the parfait together
- Place the pieces of one crushed up waffle cone in the bottom of the glass.
- Add a layer of whipped cream on top.
- Sprinkle in a layer of chopped pecans.
- Add a thin layer of caramel sauce.
- Add 2-3 scoops of ice cream depending on the size of your glasses.
- Top the parfait with extra waffle cone pieces, a dusting of cinnamon, and a drizzle of caramel sauce.
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If you make this recipe, be sure to leave a comment and rating below or tag @teakandthyme and @joyconeco on Instagram! I would love to see your creations!
Emma says
I have a question! What type of cup do you use? (How many oz does it hold?) also, how large of a scoop do you use?
(Iโm using this recipe for a project for my college class, and itโs just some supplemental information, thank you!)
Debbie says
I love fall inspired ice creams and your parfait looks amazing. The step by step photos are not only beautiful but they make this looks so easy. That caramel drizzle on top is the perfect touch!!
Gail Ng says
Thanks a bunch Debbie!!
Jess says
Oh my goodness! Sign me up! This recipe looks and sounds like the perfect sweet and delicious fall treat!
Gail Ng says
Thanks Jess! I hope you get to try it!
Aleta says
Yummmm!!! This ice cream parfait screams of fall! I love anything chai spiced so can only image how delicious this is going to be! Thanks for sharing ๐
Gail Ng says
Thanks Aleta!! I'll be eating it all season!
Jacqui Debono says
Gorgeous photos! I promised the kids we would have a go at this one - very much looking forward to trying it!
Gail Ng says
Thanks Jacqui! I hope your kids love it!
Candice says
My new naughty obsession... This is so freakin' good, I wish I could eat it every day. And the ice cream is so easy to make. Thanks for the treat!
Gail Ng says
Hehe I would eat it everyday if I could too! The ice cream is still in my freezer calling my name ๐ Thanks Candice!
Leslie says
You just made ther perfect parfait in my opinion! I love mine with a waffle cone, a syrup, and a type of nut. This is perfect!!!
Gail Ng says
That's really all you need for a delicious parfait! Thanks so much Leslie!
Kelly Anthony says
Oh wow, this looks AMAZING! I love waffle cone pieces in my ice cream, especially with holiday spiced flavors.
Gail Ng says
Thanks Kelly! I always get a waffle cone when I get ice cream ๐ It's the best part!
Neli says
Gorgeous pictures!! Love the step by step pictures too, makes it look easier to make!
Gail Ng says
Thank you Neli! I love step by step photos although they are usually a lot of work to take!
Bernice Hill says
It seems as though that spoon is just waiting for me to grab onto it and take a bite! These are a few of my fall flavours and such a great idea to vary the texture with the cone fragments. Delicious!
Gail Ng says
Thanks so much Bernice! Chai is definitely my Fall staple too!
Timothy says
Tried making this over the weekend, ABSOLUTELY DELICIOUS!! Maybe you can venture into making a mocha stout ice cream next ๐
Gail Ng says
Yay! I'm so happy to hear that!! Mocha stout ice cream??! Best idea ever.