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Festive Cassata Ice Cream – A Twist On Easy Recipes

This Festive Cassata Ice Cream is a creamy, fruity twist on easy recipes, perfect for holiday celebrations or summer delights.
Prep Time15 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Italian
Keywords: butter swim biscuits easy recipes, cheesey potatoes easy recipe, chicken stirfry easy recipe, dinner recipes, easy recipes, easy recipes ninja creami, recipes for dinner
Servings: 8 servings
Author: Betty

Ingredients

  • 600 ml double cream
  • 1 can (397g) condensed milk
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 125g mixed dried fruit (like glacé cherries, raisins, sultanas)
  • 50g chopped dark chocolate or chocolate chips
  • Zest of 1 orange
  • 1 tbsp orange juice or liqueur (optional)
  • 50g chopped pistachios (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, whip the cream until soft peaks form.
  2. Fold in the condensed milk and vanilla extract gently.
  3. Add the dried fruit, chopped chocolate, orange zest, and juice. Mix to combine.
  4. Fold in chopped pistachios if using.
  5. Pour the mixture into a loaf tin lined with parchment paper or plastic wrap.
  6. Smooth the top and freeze for at least 6 hours or overnight.
  7. Slice and serve straight from the freezer.