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3-Ingredient Seared Dates with Vanilla Ice Cream and Mint

Seared dates with two scoops of vanilla ice cream and mint topped with olive oil in a pink bowl.
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

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Preparation

  1. 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.