In a bowl, combine the dates and dark rum. Cover and set aside until needed.
Pour the single cream, semi-skimmed milk, vanilla extract and date syrup into a Creami tub. Stir to combine, cover and transfer to the freezer for 24 hours, or until frozen.
Once frozen, churn on FULL, LITE ICE CREAM. Using a spoon, dig a hole in the centre of the ice