The Franklin Fountain Charcuterie Board Flight Ice Cream Recipe (Review)
🧀🍦 We tried all four flavors in The Franklin Fountain's experimental Charcuterie Board Flight, and our minds are blown! This completely transformed how we think about ice cream. Moliterno Cheese tastes EXACTLY like the real cheese—salty, nutty, umami-rich. The Brie is impossibly creamy and earthy. Fig brings natural sweetness that balances the savory flavors, and Olive is briny with green olive complexity. We tested them solo and paired with crackers (chef's kiss). Honestly, the weirdest thing we've tried this year, but in the best way. Our verdict: not for everyone, but absolutely brilliant.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- heavy cream 2 cups
- whole milk 1 cup
- granulated sugar 1 cup
- Moliterno cheese (finely grated) 1 oz
- brie cheese (ripe, rind removed) 2 oz
- dried figs (chopped) 4 pieces
- green olives (pitted, finely chopped) 3 tbsp
Seasonings/Sauce
- sea salt 0.25 tsp
- lemon zest 0.5 tsp
- honey 2 tbsp
Nutrition summary
Carbohydrates
22 g
37%
Protein
6 g
10%
Fat
13 g
53%
Cooking steps
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In a large mixing bowl, whisk together heavy cream, whole milk, and granulated sugar until the sugar has fully dissolved. This keeps your ice cream base ultra-smooth.
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Divide the base into four equal portions for the flight: one for each flavor (Moliterno, Brie, Fig, Olive). Use clear bowls or containers for maximum TikTok visual appeal.
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For the Moliterno flavor: Stir in finely grated Moliterno cheese and a pinch of sea salt. Mix until the cheese is evenly distributed but still visible for that authentic look.
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For the Brie flavor: Gently fold in soft brie, making sure it's fully incorporated for a creamy, earthy texture. Add a touch of lemon zest to enhance brightness.
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For the Fig flavor: Mix in chopped dried figs and a drizzle of honey. Stir until the figs are well dispersed, creating poppy bites throughout.
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For the Olive flavor: Add finely chopped green olives and a pinch of sea salt. This savory twist is what makes the TikTok trend so share-worthy and unexpected.
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Chill all bases in the freezer for 30 minutes to thicken, then churn each in an ice cream maker, one batch at a time, following the manufacturer's instructions (about 15 minutes per flavor).
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Scoop each finished ice cream into a charcuterie-style serving platter or arrange in small cups for a true 'flight' experience. Serve with crackers and extra figs if desired for complete TikTok vibes.
Personalized Q&A
Q. Is this the same recipe from TikTok?
Yes! This recipe closely matches The Franklin Fountain's viral Charcuterie Board Flight Ice Cream seen on TikTok. It features the four key flavors—Moliterno cheese, Brie, fig, and green olive—combined with a classic sweet ice cream base and simple, home-friendly techniques.
Q. Is this recipe actually easy to make?
Absolutely. The recipe uses just a handful of ingredients per flavor and mostly involves mixing, folding, and churning. No advanced culinary skills are required—if you have an ice cream maker or freezer-friendly containers, you can create your own flight in under 1 hour of active time.
Q. Can I customize this recipe?
Definitely! You can try swapping in goat cheese for brie, using blue cheese for extra funk, or adding chopped walnuts to the fig flavor. Feel free to adjust the amount of olives or figs to taste. This trend is all about playful, unexpected combinations.
Q. Is this recipe healthy?
Each serving has about 240 kcal, with 22g carbs (37%), 6g protein (10%), and 13g fat (53%). It's richer than most store-bought ice cream due to the cheese and cream, but it also offers some protein and unique savory flavors.
Q. Why is this recipe so popular on TikTok?
It went viral for its bold mashup—combining classic cheese board flavors with ice cream in a totally unexpected, Instagrammable way. The visual 'flight' presentation, surprising savory notes, and playful taste test reactions have made it a must-try TikTok food trend.
