A Simple and Refreshing Dessert for Summer
I scream, you scream, we all scream for ice cream! As we anticipate another hot Texas summer, it’s time to prepare for refreshing desserts to beat the heat. Hot summer days call for anything cold… especially ice cream! One standout option is my Ice Cream with Spiked Berries recipe. This dessert combines creamy vanilla ice cream with juicy berries infused with amaretto, creating a delightful treat that’s both simple, elegant, and a delicious way to elevate the classic vanilla ice cream! The vanilla ice cream provides a luxurious base, while the spiked berries add a burst of flavor and a touch of indulgence. Whether served in bowls or cones, this dessert is so perfect and refreshing for a summertime treat! Simple, easy, and delicious… enjoy!
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As we inch closer to June, what better way to beat the heat than with a simple yet elegant dessert that combines spiked fresh fruit with ice cream? This recipe for is a summer staple… such a simple dessert and delicious way to elevate the classic vanilla ice cream! Below are some of my tips to create this perfect recipe.
Ice Cream with Spiked Berries
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- 1 cup fresh raspberries
- 1 cup fresh blackberries
- 2 tsps granulated sugar, or to taste
- 1 tsp honey or to taste
- ¼ cup amaretto liqueur, divided
- 1 pint vanilla bean ice cream
- ¼ cup toasted almonds, sliced
- fresh mint, to garnish
Instructions
- In a medium-size bowl, combine blueberries, raspberries, and blackberries. Add sugar, honey and 1 tablespoon amaretto. Gently toss to coat, cover and refrigerate for up to 24 hours.
- Add scoops of vanilla bean ice cream to individual serving dishes. Evenly drizzle remaining amaretto on ice cream. Top with berries and almonds. Garnish with mint and serve immediately.
Tiffy’s Tips
- To save time pre-scoop ice cream and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. When time to serve simply place ice cream scoops in individual serving dishes.
- Strawberries are a great addition to the berry mix.
- Use a sugar substitution like Truvia or Stevia. Agave is a great substitution for honey.
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