Strawberry, Basil, and Balsamic Ice Cream Cup

Servings: 4
Prep time: 15 minutes
Resting time: 15 minutes

Ingredients

• 3 cups (450 g) fresh strawberries, quartered
• ¼ cup (60 ml) maple syrup
• 2 tbsp (30 ml) balsamic vinegar
• 12 fresh basil leaves, finely chopped
• 8 scoops of vanilla ice cream
• ½ cup (60 g) toasted almonds, chopped
• Freshly ground black pepper

Preparation

1. In a bowl, combine the strawberries, maple syrup, and balsamic vinegar.
2. Let marinate for 15 minutes at room temperature.
3. Add the basil and a few turns of the pepper mill. Stir to combine.
4. Divide the ice cream among 4 bowls.
5. Top with the strawberries and their marinade.
6. Add the toasted almonds and serve immediately.