Christmas Tortoni

Dairy Free
Health score
3%
Christmas Tortoni
255 min.
8
348kcal

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Get ready to indulge in a delightful treat that captures the spirit of the holiday season with our Dairy-Free Christmas Tortoni! This festive dessert is not only a feast for the eyes but also a deliciously creamy delight that everyone will love. With a perfect balance of flavors and textures, this recipe combines the crunch of macaroon or vanilla wafer cookie crumbs with the nutty goodness of chopped salted blanched almonds and the vibrant sweetness of candied cherries.

Imagine serving this stunning dessert at your holiday gatherings, where each bite offers a refreshing burst of vanilla ice cream, complemented by the delightful crunch of nuts and the festive pop of red and green cherries. It’s a showstopper that will impress your guests and leave them asking for seconds!

What’s more, this Christmas Tortoni is incredibly easy to prepare, requiring just a few simple steps and minimal time in the kitchen. With a total preparation time of just over four hours, you can make it ahead of time and let it freeze to perfection, ensuring you have more time to enjoy the festivities with your loved ones. Whether you’re looking for a unique side dish or a sweet ending to your holiday meal, this Dairy-Free Christmas Tortoni is sure to become a cherished tradition in your home. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to create a dessert that embodies the joy and warmth of the season!

Ingredients

  • 0.7 cup chocolate wafer crumbs ( 12 cookies)
  • 0.5 cup blanched almonds and salted chopped
  • 0.3 cup candied cherries red chopped
  • quart whipped cream softened
  • serving candied cherries green red

Equipment

  • aluminum foil
  • muffin liners

Directions

  1. Place paper or foil baking cup in each of 8 medium muffin cups, 2 1/2x1 1/4 inches.
  2. Mix cookie crumbs, almonds and 1/4 cup candied cherries; fold into ice cream.
  3. Divide ice-cream mixture among muffin cups. Decorate with red and green candied cherries. Freeze about 4 hours or until firm.

Nutrition Facts

Calories348kcal
Protein7.3%
Fat47.06%
Carbs45.64%

Properties

Glycemic Index
13.81
Glycemic Load
19.73
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
7.6995652473491%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:348.23kcal
17.41%
Fat:18.46g
28.4%
Saturated Fat:8.74g
54.6%
Carbohydrates:40.27g
13.42%
Net Carbohydrates:38.3g
13.93%
Sugar:31.46g
34.95%
Cholesterol:52.24mg
17.41%
Sodium:150.25mg
6.53%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:6.44g
12.89%
Vitamin B2:0.36mg
21.43%
Phosphorus:174.11mg
17.41%
Calcium:172.75mg
17.27%
Vitamin E:2.28mg
15.18%
Manganese:0.22mg
10.89%
Magnesium:42.45mg
10.61%
Vitamin A:499.69IU
9.99%
Potassium:306.49mg
8.76%
Fiber:1.97g
7.87%
Vitamin B12:0.47µg
7.83%
Zinc:1.15mg
7.67%
Copper:0.15mg
7.53%
Vitamin B5:0.75mg
7.47%
Vitamin B1:0.08mg
5.49%
Selenium:2.91µg
4.16%
Iron:0.74mg
4.09%
Vitamin B6:0.07mg
3.53%
Folate:14.13µg
3.53%
Vitamin B3:0.68mg
3.39%
Vitamin D:0.24µg
1.58%