3-Ingredient Seared Dates With Ice Cream and MintPhoto by Chelsea Kyle, Food Styling by Molly Baz
In Epi's 3-Ingredient Recipes series, we show you how to make great food with just three ingredients (plus staples like oil, salt, and pepper).
Pan-searing dates turns them into an irresistible, warm treat with a crisp, caramelized exterior and a soft, sweet interior. Paired with cold vanilla ice cream and topped with olive oil, mint, and flaky sea salt, the fruit becomes a sophisticated dessert with a fun mix of sweet and savory.
Recipe information
Total Time
10 minutes
Yield
4 servings
Ingredients
1 tablespoon olive oil, plus more for drizzling
12 Medjool dates, pitted
1 pint vanilla ice cream
1/4 cup mint leaves, torn if large
Flaky sea salt
Preparation
Step 1
Heat 1 Tbsp. oil in a medium skillet over medium. Add dates and cook, turning often, until lightly browned on all sides, 4–6 minutes.
Step 2
Divide dates among plates. Add a few small scoops of ice cream to each. Drizzle with oil, then top with mint; season with salt.
Recipe notes
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