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Delicious fig ricotta ice cream served in a bowl with fresh figs.

Fig Ricotta Ice Cream

A delightful and creamy ice cream that combines the sweetness of fresh figs with rich ricotta cheese, perfect for warm days.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 cup fresh figs, chopped Use ripe figs for the best flavor.
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese For a dairy-free option, use plant-based ricotta.
  • 1 cup whole milk Use cold milk to facilitate blending.
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream For a dairy-free option, use a non-dairy cream alternative.
  • 3/4 cup sugar Adjust to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 pinch salt

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a blender, combine the figs, ricotta cheese, whole milk, heavy cream, sugar, vanilla extract, and salt. Blend until smooth.
  2. Pour the mixture into a bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until chilled.
Churning
  1. Once chilled, churn the mixture in an ice cream maker according to the manufacturer's instructions.
  2. Transfer the ice cream to a lidded container and freeze for at least 4 hours to firm up.
Serving
  1. Serve Fig Ricotta Ice Cream in bowls or cones, garnished with extra chopped figs, a drizzle of honey, or toasted nuts.

Notes

To store, keep in a lidded container in the freezer for up to two weeks. Let it sit at room temperature for a few minutes before scooping to ease serving. If you don’t have an ice cream maker, stir the mixture every 30 minutes while freezing to maintain creaminess.