Artemis’s Broken Phyllo Cherry Ice Cream Cake
Ever since my oldest child, Byrd, became fascinated with Greek mythology, we’ve had countless discussions about his favorite tales and characters. Recently, his passion has led us to explore Lore Olympus, a graphic novel series that brings the myth of Persephone and Hades into a modern context. This summer, our exploration took a delicious turn with the release of The Official Lore Olympus Cookbook—a delightful anthology filled with innovative recipes inspired by the stories we love.
One recipe that has us particularly excited is Artemis’s Broken Phyllo Cherry Ice Cream Cake. This dessert perfectly captures summer’s essence—cool, creamy, and bursting with the tartness of cherries. Here’s how to make it:
Serves: 6 to 8
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Extra Time: 8 hours (freezing)
Ingredients
| For the Broken Phyllo | |
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| 2 tablespoons butter, melted | |
| 4 sheets phyllo | (see note) |
| 1 ½ tablespoons granulated sugar |
| For the Ice Cream | |
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| 1 pint heavy whipping cream, chilled | |
| 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk | |
| 1 tablespoon Cointreau (see tip) | |
| 1 pinch salt | |
| 1 cup Amarena cherries or Greek sour cherry spoon sweet (vyssino) |
Directions
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Make the Broken Phyllo:
- Brush a baking sheet with melted butter.
- Layer a sheet of phyllo on top, brushing each sheet with butter. Repeat until all sheets are stacked with butter and finished with sugar on top.
- Refrigerate until the butter solidifies (5-10 minutes).
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Preheat the Oven:
- Set your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Line a 9×5 inch loaf pan with parchment paper, ensuring extra overhang.
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Bake the Phyllo:
- Remove phyllo from the fridge and bake until golden brown and crispy, about 10-15 minutes. Allow to cool.
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Make the Ice Cream:
- Beat heavy whipping cream until stiff peaks form (about 4 minutes).
- Add in the sweetened condensed milk, Cointreau, and salt. Gently fold until smooth.
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Prepare the Phyllo:
- Break the cooled phyllo into small pieces (about ½ inch).
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Layer the Dessert:
- In the loaf pan, sprinkle a layer of phyllo, followed by a third of the cherries and a third of the ice cream mixture. Repeat layers, ending with the ice cream.
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Freeze:
- Place the loaf pan in the freezer for 8 hours or overnight.
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Serve:
- When ready, invert the cake onto a serving platter, carefully remove parchment paper, slice, and garnish with extra broken phyllo.
Tips:
- Cointreau Substitute: Use brandy or Metaxa or skip the alcohol for vanilla extract.
- Make Ahead: Prepare phyllo days in advance and store in an airtight container.
Embrace the flavors of summer with this vibrant dessert that’s perfect for cookouts and gatherings. Enjoy this journey into Greek mythology, and let’s create delicious memories together!