Blueberry-Lavender Sauce and Ginger Snap Ice Cream Cups

Health score
1%
Blueberry-Lavender Sauce and Ginger Snap Ice Cream Cups
45 min.
12
416kcal

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These Blueberry-Lavender Sauce and Ginger Snap Ice Cream Cups are the perfect dessert for any occasion! The combination of sweet and tangy blueberry sauce with the crisp and spicy ginger snap cups is simply irresistible. Not to mention, the beautiful purple color of the sauce makes for an impressive presentation. This recipe is also incredibly versatile – you can use fresh or frozen blueberries, and the sauce pairs perfectly with a variety of ice cream flavors. The ginger snap cups are easy to make and add a delightful crunch to each bite. They are also a great make-ahead dessert, as the sauce and cups can be prepared in advance and assembled just before serving. This recipe is sure to impress your family and friends, and it might just become your new go-to dessert!

The health benefits of this dessert are an added bonus. Blueberries are packed with antioxidants and vitamins, while lavender has been known to aid in digestion and promote relaxation. This recipe is also relatively low in calories and fat, making it a guilt-free treat. The use of fresh, high-quality ingredients ensures that every bite is packed with flavor. So, whether you're looking for a show-stopping dessert for a dinner party or a special treat for your family, these Blueberry-Lavender Sauce and Ginger Snap Ice Cream Cups are sure to delight!

Ingredients

  • pound blueberries fresh blue frozen (could use )
  • teaspoon culinary lavender buds dried smashed
  • cup sugar 
  • tablespoon cornstarch 
  • teaspoons juice of lemon 
  • pinch salt 
  • 12 ounces gingersnaps ( 2 cups ground)
  • stick butter melted
  • 1.5 tablespoons sugar 
  • pinch salt 
  • 12 servings whipped cream 

Equipment

  • food processor
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • knife
  • rolling pin
  • muffin tray

Directions

  1. In a small sauce pan, bring the blueberries, lavender, sugar and cornstarch to a boil.
  2. Lower heat and simmer for 5 minutes.
  3. Remove from heat the stir in lemon juice and a dash of salt.
  4. This sauce is also great for pancakes, pound cake or cheesecake!
  5. Gingersnap Ice Cream Cups: Preheat the oven to 300 degree F. Grind the cookies in a food processor. If you don't have a food processor, place them in a zip bag and roll them with a rolling pin.
  6. Mix in the butter, sugar and salt. Spray a muffin tin with non-stick spray. Scoop about 2 Tb. of the mixture into each cup. Use a small cup to press each scoop of mixture, shaping it into a tiny cup.
  7. Bake the cups for 12-15 minutes. Allow them to cool, then lift them out with your fingers or a small knife. Makes 10-1
  8. Place one scoop of ice cream in each cup and top with blueberry-lavender sauce.
  9. This recipe is especially good with vanilla bean, lemon curd, or peach ice cream!

Nutrition Facts

Calories416kcal
Protein4.02%
Fat37.87%
Carbs58.11%

Properties

Glycemic Index
24.27
Glycemic Load
23.73
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
7.7786956521739%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
3.2mg
Petunidin
11.92mg
Delphinidin
13.39mg
Malvidin
25.55mg
Peonidin
7.67mg
Catechin
2mg
Epigallocatechin
0.25mg
Epicatechin
0.23mg
Eriodictyol
0.04mg
Hesperetin
0.12mg
Naringenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.08mg
Kaempferol
0.63mg
Myricetin
0.49mg
Quercetin
2.9mg
Gallocatechin
0.05mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:416.49kcal
20.82%
Fat:17.86g
27.48%
Saturated Fat:10.03g
62.67%
Carbohydrates:61.67g
20.56%
Net Carbohydrates:59.67g
21.7%
Sugar:41.56g
46.17%
Cholesterol:49.29mg
16.43%
Sodium:277.78mg
12.08%
Protein:4.27g
8.53%
Manganese:0.57mg
28.72%
Vitamin B2:0.26mg
15.51%
Calcium:112mg
11.2%
Iron:2mg
11.13%
Vitamin A:535.46IU
10.71%
Phosphorus:99.78mg
9.98%
Vitamin K:8.86µg
8.44%
Fiber:2g
8.01%
Folate:30.68µg
7.67%
Potassium:262.04mg
7.49%
Vitamin B1:0.1mg
6.56%
Magnesium:25.66mg
6.41%
Copper:0.12mg
6.25%
Vitamin E:0.91mg
6.05%
Vitamin B3:1.16mg
5.79%
Vitamin B5:0.55mg
5.5%
Vitamin C:4.43mg
5.38%
Vitamin B12:0.27µg
4.56%
Zinc:0.68mg
4.55%
Selenium:2.89µg
4.13%
Vitamin B6:0.08mg
3.99%
Source:Foodista