
If you grew up with your parents telling you that you can’t have ice cream for dinner, they probably never thought about it including avocado, balsamic vinegar or goat cheese. There has been a true revolution in the world of ice cream, and the only rule is that there are no rules. We’ve collected a variety of salty, sweet and just plain unusual combinations that will inspire you to bring the ice cream maker out of storage immediately. Get ready, ’cause these 15 sweet and savory desserts are going to blow your ice-cream-lovin’ mind.
1. Strawberry Balsamic Rosemary Ice Cream: Balsamic + Rosemary is already a winning combo. Add strawberries to that and you’ll be pleasantly surprised at just how delicious it actually is. (via Brit + Co)
2. Lemon Poppyseed Ice Cream: We know this is already delicious in muffin form, so ice cream is a logical next step. (via Whole New Mom)
3. Matcha Mint: We feel relaxed just thinking about this blissful combo that’s typically reserved for our morning tea. (via Bojon Gourmet)
4. Fig Ice Cream: If you’ve only experienced fig through Fig Newtons, this a must-try. (via Saveur)
5. Red Beet, Honey, Rose Water, Goat Cheese and Goat Milk Ice Cream: The ingredients might be a mouthful to say, but if they taste as delicious as it looks, we’re willing to give it a try. (via A Brown Table)
6. Maple Frozen Custard With Candied Bacon: The only thing we’re left wondering is if this flavor comes with a side of pancakes. Either way, it caught our attention at bacon. (via Foodie with Family)
7. Coconut Curry Ice Cream With Honey Salted Cashews: Curry combines a variety of sweet and savory spices that lends itself to be a better partner for ice cream than you might have imagined. (via Aida Mollenkamp)
8. Banana Curry Ice Cream: If you’re going to try curry in your ice cream, we might as well make it more attainable by sharing two different recipes. (via Scoop Adventures)
9. Banana Chocolate Avocado Ice Cream: We love avocados and ice cream equally, so how could bringing them together be anything but right? (via The Saffron Girl)
10. Buttered Popcorn Ice Cream: Imagine topping this off with caramel popcorn. Yep, we went there. (via Clockwork Lemon)
11. Vanilla Ice Cream With Olive Oil and Sea Salt: This is one vanilla ice cream that doesn’t require any additional toppings. (via Honestly Yum)
12. Goat Cheese Balsamic Ice Cream: The blogger behind the recipe notes it tastes like a really, really good cheesecake, and we couldn’t be more excited to try it! (via Brooklyn Supper)
13. Sweet Corn With a Salted Caramel Swirl and Chocolate-Covered Potato Chips: We’ve seen corn show up in some pretty unexpected dishes. This ice cream recipe definitely takes the cake. (via How Sweet Eats)
14. Jalapeño Cheesecake Ice Cream: Now that’s a spicy ice cream! Since they say milk is the best way to cool down the heat, maybe this recipe is on to something. (via Meats and Sweets)
15. Brown Sugar Bourbon Ice Cream: We never did meet a booze-spiked cone that we didn’t like. (via Brit + Co)
What’s the most unusual ice cream combination you’ve ever tried? Tell us in the comments!
Back in January, we introduced you to a feel-good cause to inspire your New Year's resolution: a walking challenge to help raise funds for the amazing cancer fighters at The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. I took part in the challenge with the Brit + Co team and ended up walking 105+ miles in January — it was awesome.
This spring, there's a new challenge on the horizon, The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society's Big Climb. The ask: On May 15, 2021, you can step up to take cancer down by committing to climb 1,311 steps, walking 3.2 miles, or doing 440 chair step-ups at home as part of the Big Climb. If you need some motivation to bring movement back into your daily routine — look no further!
As always, it's free to sign up, but climbers are encouraged to set a fundraising goal to help beat cancer. We'll be organizing another Brit + Co team to step up, and I hope you'll join us too! Keep scrolling for a peek at where I'll be completing the challenge in my Los Angeles neighborhood around the hidden Silver Lake Stairs. Happy climbing!
Never underestimate the power of an accountability buddy! I asked my in-laws, my partner, and a few friends to join me so we can keep each other motivated and accountable in completing the challenge — virtual high-fives all around! Also, my dog Fox is a great climber, too.
An aesthetically pleasing backdrop is a huge motivator for me! I'm fortunate to have all sorts of painted steps around my neighborhood to keep the challenge interesting, but you can also keep cool inside with at-home chair step-ups.
Don't forget to share your progress on social — #BigClimb!
Feel free to break the challenge up if you need to by tackling half the distance in the AM and half at sunset. Here's me 1,311 steps later and ready for a break — but, think I earned this one!
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