Bourbon-Nectarine Ice Cream Sundaes with Pound-Cake Croutons

Health score
1%
Bourbon-Nectarine Ice Cream Sundaes with Pound-Cake Croutons
45 min.
6
334kcal

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Indulge in a delightful summer treat with our Bourbon-Nectarine Ice Cream Sundaes, elegantly topped with golden pound-cake croutons. This dessert perfectly balances warm, caramelized nectarines soaked in bourbon with creamy vanilla ice cream, offering a fabulous fusion of flavors and textures. Each spoonful is a celebration of summer, bringing forth the juicy sweetness of ripe nectarines spiked with a hint of bourbon that adds depth and sophistication.

Imagine this: the rich aroma of butter mingling with the sweet essence of nectarines wafts through your kitchen, and soon enough, your friends and family are gathered around, eager to dig into this tempting dessert. The oven-toast croutons provide a pleasant crunch that contrasts beautifully with the smooth ice cream, ensuring every bite is as exciting as the last.

This recipe is not just a feast for the taste buds; it is also a visual delight, with vibrant hues of yellow nectarines and decadent, buttery croutons creating an irresistible presentation. Perfect for gatherings or a special evening at home, these sundaes are guaranteed to impress. Ready in just 45 minutes, you can effortlessly whip up this show-stopping dessert that combines the comfort of ice cream sundaes with an elegant adult twist. Treat yourself and your loved ones to this extraordinary experience!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup bourbon 
  • tablespoon juice of lemon fresh
  • 0.5 cup brown sugar light
  •  nectarines yellow firm ripe cut into thin wedges
  • ounces all-butter pound cake cut into 1/2-inch cubes
  • tablespoons butter unsalted
  •  whipped cream 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • baking sheet
  • oven

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 37
  2. In a large skillet, melt 1 tablespoon of the butter.
  3. Add the pound cake and toss to coat.
  4. Spread the cubes on a baking sheet and bake for 15 minutes, until toasted.
  5. Meanwhile, wipe out the skillet.
  6. Add the remaining 3 tablespoons of butter and the nectarines and cook over high heat, stirring occasionally, until the nectarines are slightly softened, about 5 minutes.
  7. Add the brown sugar and stir to melt.
  8. Remove the skillet from the heat.
  9. Add the bourbon and lemon juice. Tilt the pan slightly and carefully ignite the alcohol. Cook over moderate heat until the nectarines are softened and the sauce is slightly thickened, about 10 minutes.
  10. Scoop the ice cream into bowls and spoon the nectarines and sauce on top.
  11. Garnish with the croutons and serve right away.

Nutrition Facts

Calories334kcal
Protein4.68%
Fat25.94%
Carbs69.38%

Properties

Glycemic Index
19.83
Glycemic Load
4.74
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
6.5095651771711%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
3.02mg
Catechin
4.23mg
Epicatechin
3.61mg
Eriodictyol
0.12mg
Hesperetin
0.36mg
Naringenin
0.03mg
Quercetin
0.99mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:333.62kcal
16.68%
Fat:9.03g
13.89%
Saturated Fat:5.12g
32.01%
Carbohydrates:54.33g
18.11%
Net Carbohydrates:52.01g
18.91%
Sugar:43g
47.78%
Cholesterol:58.77mg
19.59%
Sodium:260.54mg
11.33%
Alcohol:4.45g
100%
Alcohol %:2.52%
100%
Protein:3.67g
7.34%
Vitamin A:764.44IU
15.29%
Vitamin B3:2.35mg
11.74%
Vitamin B1:0.14mg
9.48%
Fiber:2.33g
9.32%
Phosphorus:92.76mg
9.28%
Iron:1.59mg
8.85%
Manganese:0.17mg
8.54%
Vitamin B2:0.14mg
8.52%
Vitamin E:1.18mg
7.85%
Copper:0.15mg
7.66%
Potassium:253.57mg
7.24%
Folate:27.27µg
6.82%
Vitamin C:5.09mg
6.17%
Selenium:3.76µg
5.37%
Vitamin B5:0.48mg
4.83%
Magnesium:18.97mg
4.74%
Calcium:47.33mg
4.73%
Zinc:0.51mg
3.43%
Vitamin K:3.57µg
3.4%
Vitamin B6:0.06mg
3.22%
Vitamin B12:0.11µg
1.8%
Vitamin D:0.22µg
1.44%
Source:My Recipes