Date Ice Cream
Soaked dates blitzed with whipping cream and qishta into a silky, caramel-toned ice cream that needs no machine — just a few hours in the freezer and a generous drizzle of caramel or chocolate.
26 May 2023
How to Prepare
1
Soak the pitted dates in hot water for a few minutes, then drain and chill in the freezer for 30 minutes.
2
Add the dates, whipping cream and qishta to a food processor and blend for about 5 minutes until smooth.
3
Pour into a container and freeze for 5 to 6 hours until firm.
4
Scoop and serve drizzled with caramel or chocolate sauce.
✦ Chef Noor's Tip
Use soft dates like Sukkari or Medjool and make sure they are well chilled before blending, so the ice cream stays creamy rather than icy.