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Honey-Drizzled Fig and Ricotta Ice Cream Recipe

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Enjoy a luscious Honey-Drizzled Fig and Ricotta Ice Cream that blends sweet figs, creamy ricotta, and rich honey into a refreshing homemade treat perfect for dessert or a special occasion.

Ingredients

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Ingredients

  • 1.5 lb mission figs (about 12)
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 2 tbsp dark amber honey (such as clover)
  • Pinch sea salt
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • Pinch sea salt
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 6 large egg yolks
  • 2 cups whole milk ricotta cheese
  • 1/4 cup honey (plus extra for drizzling)
  • 1 tsp fresh lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Prepare the figs: Rinse and pat dry the mission figs. Cut off the stems and halve or quarter them depending on their size to allow even cooking.
  2. Cook the figs: In a skillet over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter. Add the figs, 2 tablespoons of dark amber honey, and a pinch of sea salt. Cook gently until the figs are soft and caramelized, about 10 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  3. Make the custard base: In a saucepan, combine 1 cup heavy cream with 3/4 cup sugar and a pinch of sea salt. Heat gently until the sugar dissolves and the cream is warm but not boiling.
  4. Temper the egg yolks: In a bowl, whisk the 6 large egg yolks. Slowly pour the warm cream mixture into the egg yolks while whisking constantly to prevent scrambling.
  5. Cook custard: Return the mixture to the saucepan and cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until it thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon. Do not let it boil.
  6. Combine ricotta and honey: In a separate bowl, whisk together the 2 cups whole milk ricotta cheese, 1/4 cup honey, and 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice until smooth and creamy.
  7. Mix custard and ricotta: Gradually fold the warm custard mixture into the ricotta mixture, stirring until fully combined.
  8. Chill mixture: Transfer the mixture to a container and refrigerate until completely cold, at least 4 hours or overnight.
  9. Churn ice cream: Pour the chilled mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions until it reaches a soft-serve consistency.
  10. Incorporate figs: Gently fold the caramelized figs into the churned ice cream.
  11. Freeze: Transfer the ice cream to a container and freeze until firm, about 4 hours.
  12. Serve: Scoop into bowls or cones and drizzle with extra honey before serving.

Notes

  • Be sure to cool the custard mixture before combining with ricotta to prevent curdling.
  • Additional honey can be drizzled on top for extra sweetness.
  • Chill the ice cream base thoroughly for best churning results.

Keywords: Fig ice cream, ricotta ice cream, honey dessert, homemade ice cream, creamy fig dessert

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