Fresh Plum Ice Cream

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Servings: 2 Difficulty: Intermediate
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Silky, egg-rich custard ice cream bursting with the bright, floral sweetness of ripe red plums.
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This homemade plum ice cream is a luxurious treat that captures the essence of summer in every spoonful. By blending ripe red plums with a rich custard base of eggs, sugar, and half-and-half, you create a dessert that is both creamy and vibrant. The natural acidity of lemon juice cuts through the sweetness, balancing the flavor profile perfectly. It’s an elegant yet approachable dessert, ideal for warm evenings, summer barbecues, or as a sophisticated finish to a dinner party. The texture is smooth and dense, characteristic of traditional French-style ice creams, making it a standout choice for those who appreciate fruit-forward flavors without artificial additives.

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Fresh Plum Ice Cream

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 2 Calories: 1319.3

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This homemade plum ice cream is a luxurious treat that captures the essence of summer in every spoonful. By blending ripe red plums with a rich custard base of eggs, sugar, and half-and-half, you create a dessert that is both creamy and vibrant. The natural acidity of lemon juice cuts through the sweetness, balancing the flavor profile perfectly. It&# 226;ÂÂs an elegant yet approachable dessert, ideal for warm evenings, summer barbecues, or as a sophisticated finish to a dinner party. The texture is smooth and dense, characteristic of traditional French-style ice creams, making it a standout choice for those who appreciate fruit-forward flavors without artificial additives.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Wash the plums thoroughly, then halve them and remove and discard the pits.
  2. Place half of the plum halves in a blender or food processor along with 2 eggs and 3/4 cup of sugar.
  3. Blend the mixture until completely smooth and well combined.
  4. Pour the pureed mixture into a large mixing bowl.
  5. Repeat the blending process with the remaining plums, eggs, and sugar, then add to the bowl with the first batch.
  6. Stir the lemon juice and half-and-half into the plum mixture until fully incorporated.
  7. Pour the mixture into an ice cream maker canister.
  8. Freeze according to the manufacturer's instructions until the ice cream reaches a soft-serve consistency.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 2

Amount Per Serving
Calories 1319.3kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 55.4g86%
Saturated Fat 29.7g149%
Cholesterol 485.8mg162%
Sodium 180.1mg8%
Total Carbohydrate 212.2g71%
Dietary Fiber 5.6g23%
Sugars 207.5g
Protein 19.4g39%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: ice cream, plum, dessert, frozen, custard, sweet, fruit, summer, recipe, creamy, homemade, blender, eggs, sugar, lemon, half and half
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