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Fig Ice Cream in a Bag

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Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Total Time 20 mins
Servings 2 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 3-4 figs
  • 1 c. half-and-half
  • 3 tbsp. sugar
  • 1/2 tsp. pure vanilla extract
  • 3 c. ice
  • 1/3 c. kosher salt or rock salt
  • Toppings of your choice

Instructions
 

  • Cut figs in half, scoop out pulp and chop into small pieces
  • Sprinkle figs with 1 tbsp. sugar and toss to coat. Let sit 5 minutes.
  • In a small Ziploc bag, combine half-and-half, sugar, vanilla and figs.
  • Push out excess air and seal.
  • Into a larger Ziploc bag, combine ice and salt.
  • Place small bag inside the bigger bag and shake vigorously, 7 to 10 minutes, until ice cream has hardened.
  • Remove from bag and enjoy with your favorite ice cream toppings.

Notes

Depending on the weather, it may take longer to set-up. If still soft, place small bag in freezer until set. Tossing the large Ziploc bag back and forth between friends adds to the fun. You can also make it a game of hot (or actually cold) potato(es) with a group of friends in a circle.
Image by MARK BOUGHTON