Creamy Chestnut Cranberry Ice Cream

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 1

Delicious and Creamy Chestnut Cranberry Ice Cream

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

4 hours

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

390

Sugar

28g

Fat

19g

This creamy chestnut cranberry ice cream is a unique and indulgent dessert that combines the nutty flavor of chestnuts with the tartness of cranberries. It is a perfect treat to cool down on a hot summer day, or to impress guests at a dinner party. The ice cream is creamy and smooth, with just the right amount of sweetness and tartness. It is also easy to make, requiring just a few ingredients and an ice cream maker. Serve it as a dessert after dinner, or as a refreshing snack on a hot day.

Instructions

1.	Cook the chestnuts until they are tender. Once cooked, peel and puree them in a blender until smooth.
2.	In a separate pot, bring the milk and cream to a simmer over medium heat. Add in the brown sugar and vanilla extract and stir until the sugar is dissolved.
3.	When the mixture is slightly cooled, add in the chestnut puree, cranberry jam, and rum (if using).
4.	Chill the mixture in the fridge until it is completely cold.
5.	Pour the mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to manufacturer instructions.

PROS

This creamy chestnut and cranberry ice cream is an indulgent and delicious dessert that will satisfy any sweet tooth.
It is the perfect treat to cool down on a hot day and is a unique flavor combination that will impress your guests.

CONS

This recipe contains high amounts of sugar and fat, so it should be enjoyed in moderation.

It also requires an ice cream maker, which can be expensive and not easily accessible to everyone.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this ice cream is not particularly healthy, chestnuts are a good source of dietary fiber and vitamins C and B6. Cranberries are also rich in antioxidants and may help prevent urinary tract infections.

	200 g chestnuts ( cooked , pureed )
	150 ml milk
	100 ml cream
	3 tablespoons brown sugar
	vanilla extract
	2 -3 tablespoons cranberry jam
	2 tablespoons rum ( optional )