Roasted Plum & Cream Popsicles
Rich, creamy, and bursting with the deep caramelized flavor of roasted SGS plums, these ice cream popsicles are the perfect summer treat. With a smooth vanilla base and optional fruit swirls, they’re as beautiful as they are delicious.
Ingredients:
For the Roasted Plums
- 13 SGS plums, halved, pitted, and sliced (about 14 oz / 3 cups sliced)
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla bean paste (or vanilla extract)
- ¼ tsp salt
For the Ice Cream Base
- 2 ½ cups heavy cream
- 1 cup powdered sugar (confectioners’ sugar)
Recipe Instructions:
- Roast the Plums: Preheat the oven to 350°F. Toss the sliced SGS plums, brown sugar, vanilla, and salt in a medium baking dish until evenly coated. Spread them out and roast for 20 minutes, until soft and juicy. Let cool for 10-15 minutes.
- Blend the Plums: Transfer the cooled plums and their juices to a blender. Blend until smooth. For an ultra-silky texture, push the puree through a fine-mesh sieve to remove the skins.
- Whip the Cream: In a mixing bowl, add the heavy cream and sift in the powdered sugar. Using an electric mixer, whip until firm peaks form.
- Combine: Pour ¾ of the plum puree into the whipped cream and gently fold until incorporated. For a swirled effect, drizzle the remaining puree into the mixture and lightly stir to create ribbons of fruit. If you prefer a uniform flavor, mix in all the puree at once.
- Freeze: Scoop or pour the mixture into popsicle molds (or a freezer-safe container). Freeze for at least 4 hours, or until fully set.
- Enjoy: Once frozen, remove from the molds and serve immediately!
Other SGS Stone Fruit Popsicle Ideas:
Peach & Honey Popsicles – Swap plums for SGS peaches and add 1 tbsp honey to the cream.
Nectarine & Cinnamon Swirl – Use SGS nectarines and mix in a pinch of cinnamon for a cozy twist.
Cherry & Chocolate Chunk Popsicles – Try SGS cherries and fold in mini chocolate chips for a rich, fruity dessert.
SGS plums bring natural sweetness and depth to these popsicles, making them a refreshing and indulgent frozen treat!
