Drunken Cherry Orange Ice Cream Swirl

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 11

Drunken Cherry Orange Ice Cream Swirl Recipe

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

4 hours

Ready In

4 hours 20 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1/4 lb fresh bing cherry , pitted and halved
	3 tablespoons fresh orange juice
	1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
	1 tablespoon Cointreau liqueur or 1 tablespoon orange liqueur
	1 pint vanilla ice cream

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

368

Sugar

36g

Fat

20g

The Drunken Cherry Orange Ice Cream Swirl is the perfect dessert for day and night. The fresh bing cherries and orange juice give it a unique sweetness and tanginess. The semi-frozen creamy texture of the vanilla ice cream combined with the juicy cherries and orange juice create a dessert that is ideal for summer days. The gentle addition of nutmeg and Cointreau liqueur or orange liqueur gives it a slight exotic twist. Serve it in cones or bowls, and it will delight your guests and loved ones.

Instructions

1.	In a small bowl, combine the fresh cherry halves, orange juice, nutmeg, and Cointreau liqueur or orange liqueur, and let them sit for about 10-15 minutes.
2.	In a separate mixing bowl, soften the pint of vanilla ice cream.
3.	Using a spatula, fold in the cherry-orange mixture into the softened ice cream until well combined.
4.	Pour the mixture into a shallow container and freeze it for about 1-2 hours to allow it to set.
5.	Once set, remove it from the freezer and use an ice cream scoop to create swirls in the semi-frozen mixture.
6.	Return the container to the freezer for another 1-2 hours to allow it to firm up fully.
7.	Serve the ice cream swirl in bowls or cones and enjoy!

PROS

The combination of fresh cherries and orange provides a unique and refreshing twist on traditional vanilla ice cream.

A great treat to cool off during summer.

CONS

Contains high amounts of sugar and fat, which makes it not fit for people with dietary restrictions.

Should be consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Although the recipe does not include any particularly nutrient-dense ingredients, cherries are high in antioxidants and can promote healthy sleep.
The vitamin C present in oranges helps to boost immunity by supporting the production of white blood cells.