Plum Ice Cream Recipe

Transform juicy plums from your garden (or the farmer's market!) into a luscious homemade ice cream. This irresistible recipe, inspired by Bon Appétit (July 1985), is the perfect way to enjoy the taste of summer. Requires 8 hours of chilling and freezing time (not included in prep/cook time).

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 60 mins
Calories 1892.5 kcal
Protein 48g
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How to Make Plum Ice Cream

  1. Combine plums, sugar, lemon juice, and vanilla extract in a saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Bring mixture to a simmer, stirring occasionally, until plums are very soft (about 20-25 minutes).
  3. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  4. Press mixture through a fine-mesh sieve to remove skins and seeds. Discard solids.
  5. Stir in heavy cream and milk.
  6. Pour mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to manufacturer's instructions.
  7. Once churned, transfer ice cream to an airtight container and freeze for at least 6 hours to allow it to harden completely.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

10 g

Sugar

726g

Fat

331g

Carbs

68g

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60 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Preparation Occasion Desserts Eggs Dairy Fruit Refrigerator Summer Frozen Desserts Food Processor Blender Freezer Stove Top Seasonal Pitted Fruit Plums Equipment Small Appliance Mixer

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Plum Ice Cream?

Plum Ice Cream takes about 90 minutes from start to finish — roughly 30 minutes to prepare and 60 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Plum Ice Cream?

Plum Ice Cream has approximately 1892.5 calories per serving, with about 48 g protein, 68 g carbohydrates and 175 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Plum Ice Cream?

The key ingredients for Plum Ice Cream are Water, Superfine Sugar, Plum, Whipping Cream, Milk, Vanilla Beans. See the full list with measurements above.

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