| Prep: 20 mins | Cook: 15 mins – 20 mins | Difficulty: Medium | Serves: 6 |
| kcal | fat | saturates | carbs |
| 539 | 38g | 21g | 46g |
| sugars | fibre | protein | salt |
| 41g | 3g | 8g | 0.25g |
There’s an undeniably sweet reminiscence attached to the juicy tartness of passion fruit, the vibrant burst of berries, and the silken slides of homemade ice cream. As a lover of all things Tex-Mex, I find in this Passion Berry Ice Cream a delightful departure from traditional savory dishes, and into the realm of festive, fruit-based desserts.
A Nod to Tradition
Reflecting on my Texas upbringing, where the intertwining of cultures shaped the food on our table, this recipe captures the essence of that vibrant diversity. Similar to a classic Mexican Paleta, a type of fruit ice pop, Passion Berry Ice Cream takes the indigenous fruit flavors and combines them with a luxurious American-style ice cream to create a dessert beyond compare.
Benefits of Fruit-Based Desserts
While this dessert is undeniably mouthwatering, its health benefits are an added bonus. Passion fruit is renowned for its rich content of vitamin C and dietary fiber, contributing to a healthy immune system and digestive health. The mixed berries, namely strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries, are powerhouses of antioxidants, providing a comprehensive package of delightful flavors, vibrant colors, and healthful nutrition.
Apart from the Passion Berry Ice Cream, another possible application of this fruit-based delight would be to serve it over a warm slice of Texas-style cornbread or alongside a piece of classic Southern pecan pie. Trust me when I say, this is a beautiful way to enhance the traditional dessert palette.
By creating something as enjoyable as the Passion Berry Ice Cream, I hope to convey my love for integrating disparate elements to create something genuinely novel and undisputedly delicious, and perhaps, inspire others to step out of their regular fare and experiment with these stunning flavors.
Recipe-wise, the marriage of tart passion fruit pulp, an assortment of mixed berries, and the creamy sweetness of an ice cream base creates an irresistible, dairy-loaded concoction. And if you’re interested in exploring more ice-cream recipes with an exciting twist, check out Food Network’s guide to frozen desserts
I won’t detail the entire recipe here, as it’s going to be displayed elsewhere, but suffice to say that the melding of these quality ingredients makes it an absolute pleasure to create, and even more so to consume. So, whether you’re looking to recreate a love for Tex-Mex flavors in dessert form or simply want a healthier, fruit-based treat, you can’t go wrong with this Passion Berry Ice Cream!
What You’ll Need
- 2 cups passion fruit pulp
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 ½ cups heavy cream
- 1 ½ cups full-fat milk
- 6 large egg yolks
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
- ½ cup confectioners’ sugar
Method
Step One
Begin by whisking together the egg yolks and granulated sugar in a large bowl until it becomes a lighter color and is well combined.
Step Two
In a saucepan, combine the passion fruit pulp, heavy cream, and full-fat milk. Stir this mixture over medium heat until it just begins to simmer.
Step Three
Gradually pour the hot fruit and cream mixture into the egg yolk and sugar mixture, stirring continuously so that the egg yolks do not cook. Once all of the hot mixture has been added, pour everything back into the saucepan.
Step Four
Continue stirring the mixture over medium heat until it thickens and can coat the back of a spoon. This should take about 10 minutes. Once thickened, remove it from heat.
Step Five
Once the mixture has cooled slightly, stir in the vanilla extract. Cover the ice cream mixture and place it in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours to chill.
Step Six
While the ice cream mixture is chilling, prepare the berries. Wash the mixed berries and pat dry. Toss them in a bowl with the confectioners’ sugar. Let this sit for about an hour, until the sugar has drawn out some of the juices from the berries.
Step Seven
Once the ice cream mixture has chilled, churn it in an ice cream maker according to the manufacturer’s instructions. In the last few minutes of churning, add in the berries and any juice they have released.
Step Eight
Transfer the churned ice cream to a lidded container and freeze for at least 4 hours, or until firm. Then, enjoy your homemade Passion Berry Ice Cream!
