Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
1.5 cup

old-fashioned rolled oats

do not use instant

1 cup

sugar

0.33 cup

water

2.75 cup

whole milk

1.75 cup

heavy whipping cream

0.67 cup

sugar

4 unit

egg yolks

large

2 cup

fresh raspberries

or frozen unsweetened

1 cup

fresh blackberries

or frozen, thawed

0.75 cup

gin

2 tbsp

sugar

2 tbsp

unsalted butter

Step 1
~2 min

Preheat oven to 375F.

Step 2
~2 min

Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil.

Step 3
~2 min

Spread rolled oats on the baking sheet.

Step 4
~2 min

Bake oats until light golden, stirring occasionally, about 7 minutes.

Step 5
~2 min

Set baked oats aside to cool.

Step 6
~2 min

Combine sugar and water in a heavy medium saucepan.

Step 7
~2 min

Stir over medium heat until sugar dissolves completely.

Step 8
~2 min

Increase heat and boil without stirring until the mixture turns a deep amber color, occasionally brushing down the sides of the pan with a wet pastry brush and swirling the pan, about 7 minutes.

Step 9
~2 min

Immediately mix in the baked oats into the caramelized sugar.

Step 10
~2 min

Pour the praline mixture out onto the prepared baking sheet.

Step 11
~2 min

Allow the praline to cool completely.

Step 12
~2 min

Break the cooled praline into large chunks.

Step 13
~2 min

Transfer praline chunks to a heavy resealable plastic bag.

Step 14
~2 min

Using a mallet, pound the praline into small pieces.

Step 15
~2 min

Combine milk, cream, sugar, and egg yolks in a heavy large saucepan.

Step 16
~2 min

Whisk to blend all ingredients together.

Step 17
~2 min

Stir constantly over medium heat until the custard thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon thinly, about 9 minutes (do not boil).

Step 18
~2 min

Pour the custard into a medium bowl.

Step 19
~2 min

Refrigerate custard until cold, at least 2 hours.

Step 20
~2 min

Mix 1 cup of praline pieces into the chilled custard (cover and reserve the remaining praline for garnish).

Step 21
~2 min

Freeze the custard in an ice cream maker according to the manufacturer's instructions.

Step 22
~2 min

Transfer the ice cream to a container, cover, and freeze.

Step 23
~2 min

Combine raspberries, blackberries, gin, sugar, and butter in a heavy large saucepan.

Step 24
~2 min

Stir over medium-high heat until the mixture comes to a boil.

Step 25
~2 min

Reduce heat to medium-low.

Step 26
~2 min

Simmer until the berries are tender and the sauce thickens slightly, about 5 minutes.

Step 27
~2 min

Using the back of a fork, coarsely mash about 3/4 of the berries.

Step 28
~2 min

Rewarm the berry sauce before serving.

Step 29
~2 min

Scoop ice cream into goblets.

Step 30
~2 min

Spoon the warm berry sauce over the ice cream.

Step 31
~2 min

Sprinkle with reserved praline and serve immediately.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Toast the oats for a deeper flavor in the praline.

Make sure the custard is thoroughly chilled before churning in the ice cream maker.

Adjust the sweetness of the berry sauce to your liking.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The praline, custard, and berry sauce can be made 1 day in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Garnish with extra fresh berries and whipped cream.

Serve with a side of almond biscotti.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Almond Biscotti
Shortbread Cookies

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Comfort food dessert, often associated with summer gatherings.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Summer holidays
Birthday parties

Occasion Tags

Summer party
Birthday
BBQ

Popularity Score

75/100