Chocolate, Raisin & Amaretto Ice Cream

Preparation Notes

Cooking time includes 4-5 hours freezing time.

Ingredients

• 50g raisins
• 1½ tbsp Amaretto
• 1½ tbsp maple syrup
• 450ml soya milk
• 100ml sunflower oil
• 2 tsp vanilla extract
• 100g dairy-free dark chocolate coarsely grated

Method

1. Place the raisins in a small bowl and pour over the Amaretto. Leave to soak until most of the Amaretto has been absorbed.
2. Pour 300ml/10fl oz of the soya milk into ice-cube trays and place in the freezer or freezer compartment of your refrigerator for about 4-5 hours or until frozen solid.
3. Put the remaining soya milk and the remaining ingredients except the grated chocolate into a blender. Add the now-frozen soya milk cubes and blend until completely smooth. Stir in the coarsely grated chocolate.
4. The ice-cream can be served immediately, or returned to the freezer if a firmer ice-cream is desired. Remember to allow the ice-cream to defrost for about 40 minutes, or until the preferred consistency is achieved, before serving.