Japonica Ice Cream Sundaes

Gluten Free
Health score
18%
Japonica Ice Cream Sundaes
60 min.
4
740kcal

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If you're searching for a delightful dessert that combines unique flavors and an artistic presentation, look no further than Japonica Ice Cream Sundaes! This gluten-free treat not only satisfies your sweet tooth but also offers a refreshing twist on traditional ice cream sundaes. The star ingredients, matcha and fresh plums, elevate the dish, making it perfect for impressing guests or simply boosting your weeknight dessert routine.

The luscious vanilla ice cream is swirled with vibrant green matcha, providing a beautifully balanced flavor that pairs exquisitely with the spiced warmth of candied ginger. To create a sumptuous topping, we've simmered plums in nigori sake, resulting in juicy fruit that bursts with flavor and adds a delightful visual appeal. With a crunch from the sesame candy, this decadent dessert delivers a variety of textures, from creamy to chewy, ensuring each bite is an exciting experience.

Not only is this recipe easy to prepare in just about an hour, but it also serves four, making it ideal for intimate gatherings or family evenings. With a caloric content of 740 kcal per serving, you can indulge guilt-free in this culinary adventure! Gather your ingredients and embark on the journey to craft your own Japonica Ice Cream Sundaes that will leave everyone asking for seconds!

Ingredients

  • tablespoon candied ginger finely chopped
  •  ginger fresh crushed
  • tablespoons matcha tea powder 
  •  plums red pitted ripe cut into 1-in.-thick chunks
  • 0.5 cup rice wine 
  • cup sesame seed such as loucks sesame snaps crushed
  • 0.5 cup sugar 
  • cups whipped cream softened
  • 0.3 cup whipping cream cold

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sauce pan
  • whisk
  • stove
  • slotted spoon

Directions

  1. Stir ice cream and matcha together in a bowl. Freeze until firm, 3 to 4 hours.
  2. Combine 1/2 cup sugar, the sake, ginger, and 1/3 cup water in a medium saucepan over medium-low heat. Cook, stirring, until sugar dissolves.
  3. Add plums and simmer over medium heat, covered, until fruit begins to soften, about 5 minutes.
  4. Transfer plums with a slotted spoon to a bowl. Discard skins and ginger. Return liquid to stove; boil until reduced to 1/2 cup, 7 to 10 minutes.
  5. Pour over plums and chill until cool, about 20 minutes.
  6. Whisk cream with remaining sugar in a bowl. Fold in candied ginger.
  7. Spoon a third of plums and sesame snaps into 4 sundae glasses. Top with a scoop of ice cream. Repeat layering and top with remaining plums. Dollop with whipped cream and sprinkle with remaining sesame snaps.
  8. *Find matcha at well-stocked grocery stores and at breakawaymatcha.com; find fruity nigori sake at liquor stores.

Nutrition Facts

Calories740kcal
Protein8.94%
Fat48.34%
Carbs42.72%

Properties

Glycemic Index
54.94
Glycemic Load
40.1
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
24.299130398294%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
3.72mg
Peonidin
0.2mg
Catechin
1.91mg
Epigallocatechin
0.16mg
Epicatechin
2.11mg
Epicatechin 3-gallate
0.5mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.26mg
Quercetin
0.59mg
Gallocatechin
0.06mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:740.23kcal
37.01%
Fat:38.82g
59.72%
Saturated Fat:15.01g
93.84%
Carbohydrates:77.19g
25.73%
Net Carbohydrates:70.82g
25.75%
Sugar:62.01g
68.9%
Cholesterol:74.89mg
24.96%
Sodium:115.65mg
5.03%
Alcohol:4.83g
100%
Alcohol %:1.91%
100%
Protein:16.15g
32.3%
Copper:1.62mg
80.83%
Calcium:550.95mg
55.1%
Manganese:0.98mg
49.03%
Magnesium:159.82mg
39.96%
Phosphorus:397.25mg
39.72%
Iron:7.13mg
39.59%
Vitamin A:1380.46IU
27.61%
Vitamin B2:0.46mg
27.12%
Zinc:3.95mg
26.3%
Fiber:6.38g
25.51%
Vitamin B1:0.37mg
24.9%
Selenium:16.33µg
23.33%
Vitamin B6:0.39mg
19.62%
Potassium:585.72mg
16.73%
Folate:47.45µg
11.86%
Vitamin B3:2.17mg
10.85%
Vitamin B5:0.92mg
9.23%
Vitamin C:7.41mg
8.99%
Vitamin B12:0.54µg
8.98%
Vitamin E:0.81mg
5.41%
Vitamin K:5.1µg
4.86%
Vitamin D:0.5µg
3.35%
Source:My Recipes