Lucuma is a subtropical fruit from the valleys of the Andes. Known as "the gold of the Incas," lucuma has been used by locals for centuries. Today, lucuma ice cream is one of the most popular ice cream flavors in Peru.

It contains nutrients such as:

• Vitamin B3
• Iron
• Zinc
• Calcium
• Magnesium

It is often used as a sweetener in desserts and baked goods as an alternative to sugar, but with a lower glycemic index.