Dessert Inspiration: 3 Easy Recipes to Serve with Simply Ice Cream

Dessert Inspiration: 3 Easy Recipes to Serve with Simply Ice Cream

Ice cream doesn’t always have to be the main event. Sometimes, the right pairing can turn a simple dessert into a standout showstopper.

Here are three delicious, easy-to-make recipes that pair beautifully with Simply Ice Cream and bring out the very best in our naturally indulgent flavours:

 

1. Warm Chocolate Brownies + Dreamy Vanilla or Heavenly Honeycomb Ice Cream

Why it works: The gooey, rich texture of a freshly baked brownie meets the cool, creamy contrast of our Madagascan Vanilla or Honeycomb flavours.

Recipe:

Ingredients:

150g butter, 200g dark chocolate, 250g sugar, 3 eggs, 75g plain flour, 30g cocoa powder, 1 tsp vanilla, Pinch of salt

Method:

Heat oven to 180°C (160°C fan). Line a 20cm tin.

Melt butter + chocolate together.

Stir in sugar, then beat in eggs and vanilla.

Fold in flour, cocoa, and salt.

Pour into tin and bake 20–25 mins.

Cool, slice, enjoy!

Tip: Use good-quality dark chocolate and slightly underbake your brownies for that perfect molten centre. Serve warm with a generous scoop on top and watch the magic happen.

 

2. Spiced Apple Compote + Cinnamon or Salted Caramel Ice Cream

Why it works: The warmth of stewed apples with cinnamon, nutmeg, and a splash of lemon brings out the comforting sweetness in our spiced flavours.

Quick compote recipe:

• Peel and slice 2 apples
• Simmer with a tablespoon of brown sugar, a splash of lemon juice, a pinch of cinnamon, and a small knob of butter for 10–15 minutes
• Serve warm over ice cream

Perfect for cosy evenings and autumnal gatherings.

 

3. Shortbread Biscuits + Sublime Strawberry or Pistachio Ice Cream

Why it works: The buttery crunch of a homemade shortbread biscuit balances beautifully with our fruit Strawberry or nutty Pistachio flavours.

Recipe tip:

• Mix 150g plain flour, 100g cold butter, and 50g sugar until crumbly
• Press into a baking tin, chill, and bake at 160°C (fan) for 20–25 mins
• Cool, cut into fingers, and serve with a scoop on top

It’s afternoon tea meets dessert. Light, elegant, and crowd-pleasing.

 

The Final Scoop

These recipes are simple, fuss-free, and full of flavour - just like our ice cream. Whether you're hosting guests or just fancy something special on a weeknight, try one of these combinations and discover how easy it is to create dessert magic at home.

Have a favourite pairing of your own? Tag us on social media...we’d love to see how you serve Simply Ice Cream in your kitchen.