Semi-Homemade Spumoni

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 3
Semi-Homemade Spumoni for a cool and refreshing dessert
in Dessert

Prep

15 min

Cook

6+ hours

Ready In

6+ hours

Level

Very easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 quart vanilla ice cream
2 cups heavy cream
6 tablespoons powdered sugar
6 tablespoons marsala wine
1 cup thinly sliced fresh strawberries
1/2 cup coarsely chopped candied red cherries
1/2 cup coarsely chopped candied pineapple
1/4 cup coarsely chopped dried apricot
1 tablespoon finely chopped candied lemon peel
1/2 cup blanched slivered almond
1/4 cup coarsely chopped semisweet chocolate ( pieces or squares )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
430
Sugar
44g
Fat
27g
Spumoni is an Italian dessert consisting of layers of ice cream with fruit and nuts. This semi-homemade version is a modern twist on a classic recipe, using vanilla ice cream as a base and adding fresh fruit and nuts. The combination of flavors and textures create a unique and refreshing dessert, perfect for a hot summer day or a sweet ending to any meal.

Instructions

1.Take vanilla ice cream out of the freezer and let it soften at room temperature for about 5-10 minutes.
2.In a large mixing bowl, combine softened ice cream, heavy cream, powdered sugar, and marsala wine. Mix until well combined.
3.Add in thinly sliced fresh strawberries, coarsely chopped candied red cherries, coarsely chopped candied pineapple, coarsely chopped dried apricots, finely chopped candied lemon peel, and blanched slivered almonds. Mix well.
4.Pour the mixture into a 9-inch loaf pan, smoothing the surface with a spatula.
5.Sprinkle coarsely chopped semisweet chocolate on top.
6.Cover with plastic wrap and freeze for at least 6 hours, or overnight.
7.Serve and enjoy.

PROS

This semi-homemade Spumoni is a cool and refreshing dessert perfect for any occasion.
The fruit and nuts add a delightful crunch and texture to the smooth ice cream.

CONS

This dessert is high in calories and sugar, which should be taken into consideration when planning meals.

The use of processed ice cream can be substituted with homemade ice cream for a healthier alternative.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this recipe is not particularly healthy, it can be enjoyed as an occasional treat in moderation.
The use of fresh fruit adds a variety of vitamins and minerals to the dish, and almonds are high in healthy fats and protein. However, it is important to note that these health benefits can be outweighed by the added sugar and calories in the recipe.

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