Dragonfruit Mint Ice Cream

Dragonfruit is a delicate but vibrant fruit that combines perfectly with just a bit of mint. This recipe creates a beautiful and unique ice cream; it's even more beautiful when a red-fleshed dragonfruit is used.

INGREDIENTS | YIELD: 1 QUART

  • 2 cups chopped dragonfruit
  • ¼ cup fresh mint
  • 1 cup mascarpone
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ⅓ cup honey
  1. Place all ingredients into a blender, and process until smooth. Refrigerate 4 hours to overnight.

  2. Add to ice cream maker and follow manufacturer's instructions for freezing.

Dragonfruit Tips

When buying dragonfruit, it should be blemish-free and bright pink in color. When you gently squeeze it, it should feel slightly soft.

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