Cassis-Splashed Melon With French Vanilla Ice Cream & Blackb

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 0

Cassis-Splashed Melon With French Vanilla Ice Cream & Blackb - A Refreshing Dessert

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

10 min

Cook

1 hour

Ready In

1 hour, 10 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 ripe cantaloupe , quartered and seeded
	1/2 cup cassis liqueur ( or syrup )
	1 pint French vanilla ice cream , slightly softened
	1/2 pint blackberry ( or more , to taste )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

416

Sugar

58g

Fat

12g

This dessert combines sweet cantaloupe with tangy blackberries and creamy French vanilla ice cream, drizzled in cassis syrup. This refreshing summer treat is perfect to serve after a hot day in the sun. Cantaloupes are a great source of vitamins, minerals, and fiber, making them a healthy addition to your diet. Blackberries are also rich in antioxidants and vitamins, which have been shown to support overall health. Try this dessert on a warm summer evening to enjoy the flavors of the season!

Instructions

1.	Cut the cantaloupe into quarters and remove the seeds from it.
2.	Pour 1/2 cup cassis liqueur or syrup over the cantaloupe quarters.
3.	Add 1/2 pint blackberry or more as per your taste.
4.	Put the quartered cantaloupe in the refrigerator for an hour.
5.	After an hour, remove the cantaloupe quarters from the fridge and take out the blackberries using a spoon or any other kitchen tool.
6.	Drizzle 1/2 cup of the cassis syrup over the cantaloupe quarters, making sure that each slice is coated with an even amount of syrup.
7.	Place one-quarter of the cantaloupe on each of four individual plates and top each quarter with a scoop of French vanilla ice cream.
8.	Now, add the blackberries over the French vanilla ice cream and completely drizzle the remaining cassis syrup over the dessert. Serve chilled.

PROS

This dessert is a refreshing summer treat, combining sweet cantaloupe, tangy blackberries, and creamy French vanilla ice cream.

The cassis liqueur adds a subtle fruity flavor to the dessert.

CONS

This dessert is high in sugar and calories, and should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

Cantaloupes are in season from May to September.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Cantaloupes are a healthy source of vitamin C, potassium, and fiber, which can help support heart health and lower blood pressure.
The blackberries used in this recipe are packed with antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals, which may support the immune system and reduce inflammation.