Berry Compote with Crispy Won Ton Strips and Vanilla Ice Cream

A luxurious dessert featuring a medley of fresh berries in a wine-based compote, topped with creamy vanilla ice cream and crispy won ton strips. The berries are gently macerated in white wine and crème de cassis for an elegant, sophisticated flavor.

4 servings
30 min

Ingredients

  • 1 cup raspberries
  • 1 cup blackberries
  • 1 cup strawberries
  • ½ cup dry white wine
  • 1 tablespoon crème de cassis
  • ¼ cup sugar
  • 2 cups vegetable oil
  • 8 pieces won ton wrappers
  • 1 pint vanilla ice cream
  • 1 tablespoon confectioners sugar

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1.

    Combine berries in a large bowl. Heat wine, crème de cassis, and sugar in a small heavy saucepan, stirring, until sugar is dissolved, then pour over berries. Toss gently and let stand 10 minutes.

    15 min

  2. 2.

    Heat 1/2 inch oil in a heavy skillet over moderate heat until a won ton strip sizzles when added. Fry strips in 2 or 3 batches, stirring gently with a slotted spoon, until golden, about 30 seconds. Drain on paper towels.

    10 min

  3. 3.

    Top compote with ice cream, then won ton strips.

    5 min