Spiced Honey Figs with Nougat Ice Cream

by GourmetBend
Spiced Honey Figs with Nougat Ice Cream

💜 Treat yourself to this elegant dessert featuring poached figs in spiced honey wine, paired perfectly with creamy nougat ice cream. A sophisticated treat for any occasion! 🌿🍨


📝 Ingredients:

Serves 4

  • 🍇 12 purple figs
  • 🍨 0.5L nougat ice cream
  • 🍯 4 tablespoons honey
  • 🌿 1 cinnamon stick
  • ⭐ 4 star anise
  • 🍷 50cl white wine
  • 🌿 Fresh mint leaves

📋 Directions:

  1. Prepare the Spiced Wine Syrup:
    • In a saucepan, bring the 🍷 white wine, 🍯 honey, and spices (🌿 cinnamon stick and ⭐ star anise) to a boil.
    • Reduce the heat and let it simmer gently for 5 minutes.
  2. Poach the Figs:
    • Add the 🍇 figs to the spiced wine mixture and poach gently for 5 minutes, ensuring the liquid does not boil.
    • Remove the figs with a slotted spoon and place them in a shallow dish.
  3. Reduce the Syrup:
    • Increase the heat and boil the spiced wine for 10 minutes, or until it thickens to a syrupy consistency.
    • Strain the syrup and pour it over the figs. Allow to cool, then refrigerate for at least 3 hours.
  4. Assemble the Dessert:
    • Drain the figs and cut them into quarters.
    • Arrange the fig quarters in serving dishes and add scoops of 🍨 nougat ice cream.
    • Garnish with fresh 🌿 mint leaves.
  5. Serve:
    • Accompany the dessert with the chilled spiced wine syrup for a luxurious finish.

📊 Nutritional Information:

  • ⏰ Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • 🔥 Cooking Time: 15 minutes
  • ❄️ Chill Time: 3 hours
  • 🔥 Kcal: High (a refined indulgence!)
  • 🍽️ Servings: 4

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