Indulge in the delightful combination of sweet roasted apricots and golden honey infused into creamy ice cream. This Roasted Apricot and Honey Ice Cream is a luscious treat perfect for sunny days or any time you crave a refreshing dessert.
Ingredients: 6 ripe apricots, halved and pitted. 2 tablespoons honey. 2 cups heavy cream. 1 cup whole milk. 3/4 cup granulated sugar. 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Pinch of salt.
Instructions: Preheat the oven to 375F 190C. Place the apricots, cut side up, on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Drizzle honey over the apricots and roast for about 20 minutes or until softened and caramelized. Remove from the oven and let cool. Once cooled, puree the roasted apricots in a blender or food processor until smooth. In a medium saucepan, combine the heavy cream, whole milk, sugar, vanilla extract, and salt. Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until it begins to steam but not boil. Remove from heat. Whisk in the apricot puree until well combined. Transfer the mixture to a bowl, cover, and refrigerate until thoroughly chilled, preferably overnight. Once chilled, churn the mixture in an ice cream maker according to the manufacturer's instructions until it reaches a soft-serve consistency. Transfer the ice cream to a freezer-safe container, cover, and freeze for at least 4 hours or until firm. Serve scoops of the ice cream garnished with fresh apricot slices, if desired.
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
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