GENUINELY SOUTHERN FORESTS AVOCADO ICE CREAM WITH TOASTED NUTS

Avocado brings a rich, creamy texture and a subtle, buttery flavour to this simple homemade ice cream. Blended with fresh, ripe avocado and finished with a generous scattering of toasted nuts, it is a deliciously different way to enjoy this versatile fruit.

Made with Southern Forests avocados, thickened cream and condensed milk, this no-churn ice cream is smooth, indulgent and easy to prepare at home. The toasted nuts add a lovely crunch and nutty flavour, creating a beautiful contrast to the creamy avocado base.

Serves 6 - 8

INGREDIENTS

• 2 large ripe avocados (approximately 300 g flesh)

• 395 g tin sweetened condensed milk

• 300 ml thickened cream

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• 1 tbsp lemon juice

• Pinch of salt

• 60 g nuts of your choice, such as hazelnuts, macadamias or walnuts, roughly chopped

METHOD

1. Scoop the avocado flesh into a food processor, add the lemon juice and blend until smooth.

2. Add the condensed milk, vanilla, and salt to the avocado mix. Blend until the mixture is smooth and evenly combined.

3. In a separate bowl, whip the thickened cream until soft peaks form.

4. Gently fold the avocado mixture into the whipped cream until fully combined, taking care not to knock out too much air.

5. Transfer the mixture to a freezer-safe loaf tin or container. Cover and freeze for approximately 5–6 hours, or until firm.

6. Roughly chop your chosen nuts and toast them in a dry frying pan over medium-low heat for 3–5 minutes, stirring regularly until lightly golden and fragrant. Allow them to cool completely.

7. Remove the ice cream from the freezer and leave it to soften for 5–10 minutes before scooping into bowls. Finish generously with the toasted nuts and serve immediately.

OPTIONAL CHOCOLATE VARIATION

For a decadent twist, after step 2, sift 2–3 tablespoons of unsweetened cocoa powder into the avocado mixture and blend until smooth. Continue with recipe as directed.

SERVING TIP For a seasonal twist, experiment with folding through chopped apricots, fresh berries or figs, or a swirl of passionfruit pulp before freezing. Alternatively, serve the fruit alongside a scoop of ice cream for a fresh, flavourful finish.

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  Avocado Ice Cream

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  Avocado Ice Cream

Photography by Tristan Mckenzie for Genuinely Southern Forests