Plum Sorbet Sandwiches with Mary Jones from Clevela

Name: Plum Sorbet Sandwiches with Mary Jones from Clevelands Molasses Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound very ripe juicy plums; 1/2 cup granulated sugar; 2 tablespoons honey; 1/2 lemon, for juicing; Molasses cookies (recipe follows); 2 cups all-purpose flour; 2 teaspoons baking soda; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves; 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger; 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/4 cup molasses; 1 cup granulated sugar, plus extra for sprinkling; 3/4 cup vegetable shortening, melted to equal 1/2 cup, cooled; 1 extra-large egg

Servings: persons

1 pound very ripe juicy plums
1/2 cup granulated sugar
2 tablespoons honey
1/2 lemon, for juicing
Molasses cookies (recipe follows)
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 cup molasses
1 cup granulated sugar, plus extra for sprinkling
3/4 cup vegetable shortening, melted to equal 1/2 cup, cooled
1 extra-large egg

1
Cut the plums in half, remove the pits, and cut the halves into quarters.
2
Toss the plums with the sugar and honey, and let sit 30 minutes.
3
Transfer the fruit to a blender, and puree until very smooth.
4
Season with lemon juice, to taste.
5
Chill at least 1 hour in the refrigerator.
6
Process the puree in an ice cream maker according to the manufacturers instructions.
7
To make each plum sorbet sandwich, scoop up about 1/4 cup of the sorbet and place it on the bottom side of one of the cookies.
8
Then place the bottom side of a second cookie over the ice cream and gently press to make a sandwich.
9
Wrap in plastic wrap and freeze.
10
Preheat the oven to 325F.
11
Sift together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, cloves, and ginger.
12
Stir in the salt.
13
In a stand mixer fitted with a whisk attachment, beat the molasses, sugar, melted shortening, and egg at medium speed for 3 minutes.
14
Turn the mixer off and add half of the dry ingredients to the bowl.
15
Turn the mixer to medium-low and mix to incorporate, scraping down the sides of the bowl, as needed.
16
Add the remaining dry ingredients and mix to combine.
17
Chill the dough for about 15 minutes, to make it easier to work with.
18
On a lightly floured surface, roll half the dough out to 1/8-inch thickness.
19
Use a 3-inch round cutter to cut out the cookies.
20
Place them on a parchment-lined or lightly buttered baking sheet, spaced about 1 inch apart.
21
Sprinkle a little sugar over the tops of the cookies, and bake about 12 minutes, until they puff up slightly and are starting to crack in the middle.
22
The cookies will be crisp on the outside and chewy in the center.

574

kcal

Calories

Fat

129

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound very ripe juicy plums, 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 2 tablespoons honey, 1/2 lemon, for juicing, and more.

Yes, Plum Sorbet Sandwiches with Mary Jones from Clevelands Molasses Cookies falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep frozen in an airtight container for up to 1–2 months. Let it soften for a few minutes before serving.

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Plum Sorbet Sandwiches with Mary Jones from Clevelands Molasses Cookies

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Variations & substitutions

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