Prune and Armagnac Ice Cream

Prune and Armagnac Ice Cream recipe videos

Prune and Armagnac Ice Cream is a rich, French-inspired dessert that combines the deep, sweet-tart flavor of prunes (dried plums) with the complex, aromatic notes of Armagnac, a type of brandy from the Gascony region of southwest France. The base is typically a classic custard of cream, milk, egg yolks, and sugar, into which the pruned are folded and the Armagnac is added for a boozy, sophisticated finish.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This is a high-fat, high-carb dessert, with the fat coming primarily from the cream and egg yolks, and the carbs from the sugar and the natural sugars in the prunes. A single serving (about 1/2 cup) likely contains around 250-350 calories, and also provides some dietary fiber from the prunes and small amounts of vitamins and minerals like potassium and iron.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	250 kcal
Protein	3 g
Carbs	30 g
Fat	14 g
Fiber	2 g
Sugar	25 g
Sodium	50 mg
Potassium	200 mg
Calcium	80 mg
Iron	0.5 mg
Vitamin A	150 IU
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)	0.1 mg
Vitamin B12	0.3 mcg
Phosphorus	70 mg
Magnesium	15 mg

Per 1/2 cup (120 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, this ice cream is a luxurious twist on the classic French 'pruneaux Armagnac' (prunes soaked in Armagnac), a popular after-dinner treat. Nutritionally, the prunes add a notable dose of antioxidants and fiber, which is somewhat unusual for an ice cream, making it a slightly more 'functional' indulgence.