Fresh Plum Ice Cream

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.

Cuisine: Global

Courses: Desserts

Difficulty: Intermediate

Servings: 2

Calories: 1319.3

Dietary: Gluten-free, Vegetarian

Description

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

8 Ripe Red plums
4 Eggs
1 1/3 cup Sugar
2 teaspoon Lemon juice
1 pint Half and half

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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