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Taste-Of-The-Orient Peach Fantasy

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This elegant "Peach Fantasy" is a refreshing Chinese-inspired dessert that blends the natural sweetness of ripe peaches with the warm, spicy kick of fresh ginger. The base is a luxurious mix of half-and-half and sugar, stabilized with gelatin for a smooth, scoopable texture that holds up beautifully in the freezer. As it churns in the ice cream maker, the fruit and ginger flavors meld into a harmonious balance of sweet and zesty. Just before serving, crunchy Chinese almond cookies are folded in, adding a delightful textural contrast and a nutty aroma that complements the fruit perfectly. It&# 226;€™s a sophisticated yet simple treat, ideal for summer gatherings or as a light ending to a festive meal.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 1
Calories: 221.9
Dietary: Gluten-free
Description
This elegant "Peach Fantasy" is a refreshing Chinese-inspired dessert that blends the natural sweetness of ripe peaches with the warm, spicy kick of fresh ginger. The base is a luxurious mix of half-and-half and sugar, stabilized with gelatin for a smooth, scoopable texture that holds up beautifully in the freezer. As it churns in the ice cream maker, the fruit and ginger flavors meld into a harmonious balance of sweet and zesty. Just before serving, crunchy Chinese almond cookies are folded in, adding a delightful textural contrast and a nutty aroma that complements the fruit perfectly. It&# 226;€™s a sophisticated yet simple treat, ideal for summer gatherings or as a light ending to a festive meal.
Ingredients
  • 1 teaspoon Unflavored gelatin
  • 1 cup Half and half
  • 1/2 teaspoon Grated fresh ginger root
  • 1/3 cup Sugar
  • 2 tablespoon Light corn syrup
  • 3 cups Peaches; peeled, pitted, and coarsely chopped
  • 1 cup Chinese almond cookies, coarsely chopped (divided)
Directions
  1. 1
    In a small saucepan, sprinkle the unflavored gelatin over the half-and-half. Let stand for 1 minute to soften.
  2. 2
    Cook and stir the mixture over low heat until the gelatin is completely dissolved.
  3. 3
    Stir in the grated ginger, sugar, and light corn syrup until the sugar is dissolved. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  4. 4
    In a blender or food processor fitted with a metal blade, finely chop the peeled and pitted peaches.
  5. 5
    Combine the ginger mixture with the chopped peaches in a large bowl.
  6. 6
    Stir in half of the chopped Chinese almond cookies. Reserve the remaining half for serving.
  7. 7
    Pour the mixture into your ice cream maker canister.
  8. 8
    Freeze in the ice cream maker according to the manufacturer's directions until the mixture is frozen and creamy.
  9. 9
    Just before serving, fold the reserved chopped cookies into the frozen ice cream.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 1

Amount Per Serving
Calories 221.9kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 11.0g17%
Saturated Fat 6.7g34%
Cholesterol 28.2mg10%
Sodium 15.8mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 34.7g12%
Dietary Fiber 1.1g5%
Sugars 30.4g
Protein 2.8g6%

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

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