Cherry ice cream with Amaretto liqueur

4 servings

30 minutes

Cherry ice cream with Amaretto liqueur is an exquisite Italian dessert that combines the rich aroma of ripe cherries, the spice of cinnamon, and the robust flavor of red wine. The origins of this dessert trace back to traditional Italian sweets where Amaretto liqueur added a warm nutty note to dishes. Cherries are first cooked in a spiced wine syrup, then carefully placed in serving dishes, topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. The finishing touch is syrup and delicate Amaretto that enriches the dessert's flavor. This treat is not only sophisticated but also perfect for a romantic dinner or festive gathering.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 556.6
• Proteins: 4.2g
• Fats: 12.3g
• Carbohydrates: 79.1g

Ingredients

• Cherry: 40 pc
• Cinnamon: 1 pc
• Amaretto liqueur: 8 tsp
• Red wine: 0.5 l
• Sugar: 10 tbsp
• Vanilla ice cream: 400 g

Cooking steps

1. Place wine, sugar, and cinnamon in a 1.5 L pot and cook covered over medium heat.

   Required ingredients:

   • Red wine: 0.5 l
   • Sugar: 10 tablespoons
   • Cinnamon: 1 piece

2. Wash the cherries. Boil for 5 minutes in hot wine with spices, then remove and continue boiling the wine with spices until syrup is obtained.

   Required ingredients:

   • Cherry: 40 pieces

3. Place the cherries in the compote glasses.

4. Strain the hot syrup.

5. Place a scoop of ice cream on the cherries and drizzle with syrup and 'Amaretto'.

   Required ingredients:

   • Vanilla ice cream: 400 g
   • Amaretto liqueur: 8 teaspoons