Polynesian Bombe

This Polynesian Bombe is a refreshing and visually striking frozen dessert that captures the essence of tropical flavors. By layering mango, raspberry, and lime ices in a bowl, you create a beautiful mosaic of colors and tastes. The dessert is best served with complementary fruit sauces, such as kiwi with creme de menthe or strawberry with Grand Marnier, which add a burst of freshness and depth. Perfect for summer gatherings or as a light, elegant finale to a dinner party, this no-bake treat is easy to assemble but impressive to present. Ensure your ices are softened slightly for easy spreading, and plan ahead for the freezing time to achieve the perfect firm texture.

Cuisine: Global

Courses: Desserts

Difficulty: Intermediate

Servings: 6

Calories: 171.6

Dietary: Gluten-free, Vegan, Vegetarian

Description

This Polynesian Bombe is a refreshing and visually striking frozen dessert that captures the essence of tropical flavors. By layering mango, raspberry, and lime ices in a bowl, you create a beautiful mosaic of colors and tastes. The dessert is best served with complementary fruit sauces, such as kiwi with creme de menthe or strawberry with Grand Marnier, which add a burst of freshness and depth. Perfect for summer gatherings or as a light, elegant finale to a dinner party, this no-bake treat is easy to assemble but impressive to present. Ensure your ices are softened slightly for easy spreading, and plan ahead for the freezing time to achieve the perfect firm texture.

Ingredients

2 cup Mango ice, softened
2 cup Raspberry ice, softened
2 cup Lime ice, softened

Directions

1
Lightly grease a 6-cup bowl, preferably stainless steel, with oil to help with unmolding later.
2
Spread the softened mango ice evenly around the sides and bottom of the bowl.
3
Freeze the bowl for 30 minutes until the mango layer is firm.
4
Spread the softened raspberry ice over the frozen mango layer.
5
Return to the freezer for another 30 minutes until the raspberry layer is firm.
6
Spoon the softened lime ice into the center of the bowl and smooth the top to create an even surface.
7
Cover the bowl tightly with foil or plastic wrap and freeze for at least 5 hours, or until completely firm.
8
To unmold, dip the bowl into hot water for 10-15 seconds, then invert onto a serving plate.
9
Let the bombe sit at room temperature for 5 minutes to soften slightly for slicing.
10
Arrange slices of the bombe on individual plates and serve with your choice of fruit sauces.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 171.6kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 1.6g3%
Saturated Fat 0.1g1%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 4.8mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 45.6g16%
Dietary Fiber 13.1g53%
Sugars 23.3g
Protein 3.2g7%

* 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: bombe, frozen dessert, layered ice, mango, raspberry, lime, tropical, polynesian, kiwi sauce, strawberry sauce, apricot sauce, no bake, summer dessert, fruit parfait, chilled dessert

Read it online: https://www.chefs-mate.com/recipe/polynesian-bombe/