Olive Oil Ice Cream with Almond Crumble

featuring Organic Greenolia Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Looking for a Mediterranean-inspired dessert that’s both refreshing and refined? This olive oil ice cream is the ultimate summer indulgence. Made with Organic Greenolia Extra Virgin Olive Oil, it offers a silky texture and a nuanced flavor profile, while the almond crumble adds irresistible crunch and aromatic depth. 

 

Ingredients

For the ice cream

1. 500 ml heavy cream (35% fat) 
2. 250 ml whole milk 
3. 150 g sugar 
4. 4 egg yolks 
5. 80 ml Organic Greenolia Extra Virgin Olive Oil 
6. 1 vanilla bean (or 1 tsp vanilla extract) 
7. Zest of 1 unwaxed lemon (optional) 

For the almond crumble

1. 100 g all-purpose flour 
2. 60 g cold unsalted butter, cubed 
3. 50 g brown sugar 
4. 50 g chopped almonds 
5. Pinch of salt 

 

Instructions

Ice Cream

1. In a saucepan, heat the milk and cream over medium heat, without letting it boil.
    
2. In a separate bowl, whisk the egg yolks with the sugar until pale and fluffy.
    
3. Slowly pour the warm milk mixture into the yolks, whisking constantly to temper the eggs.
    
4. Return the mixture to the saucepan and cook gently over low heat, stirring continuously, until it thickens slightly (around 82°C / 180°F).
    
5. Remove from the heat and stir in the vanilla, lemon zest, and Greenolia olive oil.
    
6. Let cool completely. Then churn in an ice cream maker according to the manufacturer’s instructions, or freeze in a container, stirring every 30 minutes for 3–4 hours to prevent ice crystals.
   

Almond Crumble

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). 
2. Combine all crumble ingredients in a bowl and rub together with your fingertips until a crumbly texture forms. 
3. Spread the mixture on a baking tray lined with parchment paper and bake for 15–20 minutes, or until golden brown.
   

Top a generous scoop of ice cream with a spoonful of almond crumble and a few extra drops of Greenolia olive oil. This dessert pairs beautifully with fresh berries or sliced peaches. The Organic Greenolia Extra Virgin Olive Oil adds luxurious creaminess and a subtle peppery note that elevates the dish to gourmet status — a Mediterranean twist you didn’t know you needed.