Roasted Apricots and Basil with Apricot and Pistachio Biscotti and Apricot Ice Cream

A heavenly vegetarian dessert featuring homemade apricot ice cream, nutty fruit biscotti, and pan-roasted caramelised apricots with fresh basil.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 1710.6 kcals 6842.2 kcals
Carbohydrates 161.4 grams 645.7 grams
Fat 106.3 grams 425.1 grams
Protein 27.1 grams 108.4 grams
Cook Time
90 mins
Produces
4 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

BakingIngredients
150
g
Caster Sugar
for the ice cream
250
g
Caster Sugar
for the biscotti
1.5
tsp
100
g
Caster Sugar
for the roasted apricots
Dairy
568
ml
Double Cream
for the ice cream
6
piece
Egg Yolks
medium free-range
3
piece
Eggs
medium free-range, lightly beaten
300
ml
Double Cream
for the roasted apricots
Fruits
150
g
Apricots
dried, chopped
50
g
Medjool Dates
stones removed, chopped
1
piece
Lemon
zest only
6
piece
Apricots
halved and stone removed
GrainsCereals
Liquids
2
tbsp
Apricot Liqueur
or apricot brandy
NutsSeeds
1
piece
Vanilla Pod
split lengthways, seeds scraped out
125
g
Pistachio Nuts
shelled weight
50
g
1
tbsp
Basil
chopped leaves

Steps

  • Simmer 568ml cream with vanilla in a saucepan and infuse for ten minutes.
  • Whisk egg yolks and 150g sugar until pale and thick.
  • Whisk hot cream into eggs, return to heat, and stir until custard thickens.
  • Stir in 300g purée, chill until cold, and churn in an ice cream machine.
  • Preheat oven to 180°C and line a baking tray.
  • Mix flour, sugar, and baking powder, then gradually incorporate eggs and fold in fruit and nuts.
  • Divide dough into six pieces and roll into 5cm wide logs.
  • Flatten logs and bake for 20 minutes until golden.
  • Cool for 10 minutes, slice into 5mm pieces, and arrange on tray.
  • Bake for 8 minutes, turn over, and bake for 10-15 more minutes until crisp.
  • Increase oven temperature to 200°C.
  • Melt 100g sugar in a pan until it becomes golden caramel.
  • Stir in 300ml cream, basil, and liqueur, then add apricots and roast for 15-30 minutes.
  • Serve the ice cream, biscotti, and roasted apricots together.