Sherry Crema Catalana Ice Cream with Honeyed Figs

Name: Sherry Crema Catalana Ice Cream with Honeyed Figs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 cups half-and-half; 4-inch strip fresh lemon zest; 4-inch strip fresh orange zest; 1/2 cinnamon stick; 8 large egg yolks; 1/2 cup sugar; 1/4 cup Amontillado Sherry; 12 soft (moist) dried Calimyrna figs (10 oz), tough stems removed and figs halved lengthwise; 1 cup Amontillado Sherry; 1 cup fresh orange juice; 6 tablespoons honey; Garnish: candied orange zest

Servings: persons

3 cups half-and-half
4-inch strip fresh lemon zest
4-inch strip fresh orange zest
1/2 cinnamon stick
8 large egg yolks
1/2 cup sugar
1/4 cup Amontillado Sherry
12 soft (moist) dried Calimyrna figs (10 oz), tough stems removed and figs halved lengthwise
1 cup Amontillado Sherry
1 cup fresh orange juice
6 tablespoons honey
Garnish: candied orange zest

1
Bring half-and-half with lemon and orange zests and cinnamon stick just to a boil over moderate heat.
2
Cover and let stand off heat 25 minutes, then reheat to a simmer.
3
Discard zests and cinnamon stick.
4
Whisk together yolks, sugar, and Sherry in a large bowl until smooth.
5
Gradually whisk in hot milk mixture.
6
Transfer custard to cleaned saucepan and cook over moderately low heat, stirring constantly, until thickened enough to coat back of a wooden spoon and an instant-read thermometer registers 170F.
7
Pour custard through a fine sieve into a bowl and cover surface with wax paper to prevent a skin from forming.
8
Chill until thoroughly cold, about 3 hours.
9
Freeze in an ice-cream maker.
10
Transfer to an airtight container and freeze until firm.
11
Bring figs, Sherry, juice, and honey, covered, to a boil in a small saucepan.
12
Simmer, covered, just until figs are tender, about 40 minutes, then uncover and simmer until liquid is reduced to about 1 cup, about 8 minutes.
13
Cool figs in syrup.
14
Serve ice cream with honeyed figs and syrup.

586

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* 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.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 cups half-and-half, 4-inch strip fresh lemon zest, 4-inch strip fresh orange zest, 1/2 cinnamon stick, and more.

Yes, Sherry Crema Catalana Ice Cream with Honeyed Figs 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!