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"What better then liquid almonds poured over creamy ice cream--chocolate, peach, vanilla--whatever you chose it's wonderful!"

Ingredients: ice cream, caramel-swirl ice cream...

"The sweet of all sweet..............to quench your thirst for complete "heaven" in a dish .......................fruits, juices, citrus, fresh mints.....could be that you will fall in love.

Towards the back of the local trattorie along the slight dirt pathway was a large flourishing mint patch that held many Italian dishes, beverages,..."

Ingredients: orange-flavored liqueur, blood orange juice...

"This is to die for!!!!! All the best of a great Italian Cannoli combined with extra creamy Italian Gelato!!!! Purrrrfectly heaven!!! Serve in a bowl with wafer cookies, or try it in cannoli shells, or even a sugar waffle cone. Made for Zaar World Tour 4 by the Cookin Cats.

Cooking time does not include refrigeration time. Edited on 7/26/10..."

Ingredients: semisweet mini chocolate chips, heavy cream...

"I should call this lazy granita as the use of the food processor makes this simple and less labor intensive than the typical process of watching the freezing ice and regularly breaking it up. This is a delightful summer treat that satisifies the need for an evening sweet. Cooking time is freezing time."

Ingredients: sugar-free syrup, rum...

"A wildly refreshing dessert that will have your mouth singing! A unique and delicious granita and it's so easy to make! This granita is a fancy schmancy way to end a meal, especially Italian. The citrus flavors refresh the palatte, while the basil gives the fresh taste of Italy
When our team thought of Italy, basil came right to mind. It..."

Ingredients: fresh basil leaves, fresh lemon juice...

"This refreshing sorbetto evokes the essence of a Southern Italian citrus orchard. A blend of lemon, orange and lime juices are brightened by a confetti of zests that add a special a zing.
Created for the Zaar World Tour 4 Italian Frozen Dessert Challenge
Time does not include chilling or mixing in your ice cream maker."

Ingredients: oranges, zest of, limes...

"This recipe uses Stacey Sweet's Chocolate Gelato as the chocolate base to which Italian flavorings, developed by the Gastronomic Gauchos for ZWT4, have been added in the form of hazelnut liqueur and traditional Italian biscotti containing a blend of almonds, walnuts, and a hint of anise. Made so easily using your very own ice cream maker kitchen..."

Ingredients: Frangelico, eggs, biscotti...

"In Italy, people love their frozen desserts almost as much as they love their espresso - and so do we Mamma Mias! We aren't particular about whether it's granita or gelato, as long as it is easy, delicious, and kid-friendly is definitely a plus. This handheld treat is easy to make, doesn't require any special equipment, and is bursting..."

Ingredients: pistachios, eggs...

"A collaborative effort by the Babes in Zaarland 'Zaar World Tour team, using our very favorite Italian dessert flavors, espresso, mascarpone, cinnamon, nuts, liqueurs, and of course, chocolate. This is proof that too many cooks don't spoil the dish, as long as all those cooks have a sweet tooth for Italian desserts!"

Ingredients: heavy cream, nutella...

"It was very hot and humid here today, so I made some Italian Lemon Ices to help cool off :) I have included both versions because most people have a definite preference for either the "water ices", or the creamier "Roman Style" ices. One of my fondest summer memories as a child, was when my grandmother would "slip" me a..."

Ingredients: fresh lemon rind, egg whites...

"OK, put away your fourchettes, you'll want to savour this delicious sorbet using a spoon! Fragrant, seasonal strawberries frozen with that quintessential Italian liqueur - Sambucca! And, just in case you didn't know you were in Italy, the Fighting Fourchettes have added a sprinkling of sweet and pungent green basil throughout to make this..."

Ingredients: sambuca romana, fresh basil...

"What could be better than a fresh peach and Prosecco bellini on a warm summer day? Why a cold refreshing bellini sorbetto of course! Made with the freshest ripe peaches, our tantalizing concoction of prosecco and peach is sure to tickle your tastebuds.
Preparation time does not include time to freeze."

Ingredients: asti spumante sparkling wine, peaches...

"Lemon granita is easily the most popular of all Italian ices, and with good reason. On a hot summer's day, no refreshment beats it tangy, revitalizing taste. Prep time included chill time. From The Mediterranean Vegan Kitchen."

Ingredients: fresh lemon juice, lemon extract...

"Tartufo is an Italian word for truffle and these chocolate balls resemble giant ones! Keep plenty on hand in your freezer for an impressive dessert that's ready in minutes."

Ingredients: chocolate ice cream, frozen raspberries in light syrup...