Time to make: 20 minutes (Preparation) + 3 hours (Chilling) | Servings: 6
Introduction
For serious ice cream lovers, there’s nothing quite as satisfying as homemade ice cream. Our Creamy Homemade Cherry Ice Cream Delight brings together the tartness of fresh cherries with the sweetness of a classic creamy ice cream.
Why Make This Recipe
This recipe captures the deliciousness of seasonal cherries in a frozen format, creating a treat that’s perfect for hot summer days. By making it at home, you control the ingredients — ensuring it’s packed full of real fruit and without any artificial additives.
How to Make Creamy Homemade Cherry Ice Cream Delight
Ingredients:
– 2 cups fresh cherries, pitted and halved
– 1 cup sugar, divided
– 2 cups heavy cream
– 1 cup whole milk
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– A pinch of salt
Directions:
1. Start by combining cherries and half of the sugar in a small saucepan over medium heat. Allow to cook for about 5 minutes until cherries begin to break down and release juices. Cool and refrigerate it.
2. Next, combine cream, milk, vanilla extract, the remaining sugar, and a sprinkle of salt in a mixing bowl, whisk until the sugar dissolves.
3. Pour the cream mixture into your ice cream maker, following its specific churning instructions.
4. When the churning is near completion, add the chilled cherry mixture.
5. Transfer your homemade ice cream to a container and let it solidify in the freezer for at least 3 hours or until it achieves your desired density.
How to Serve Creamy Homemade Cherry Ice Cream Delight
For a visually appealing presentation, serve the cherry ice cream in a beautiful dessert glass, topped with a few extra whole cherries and a sprig of fresh mint for garnish.
How to Store Creamy Homemade Cherry Ice Cream Delight
To ensure that your homemade ice cream keeps its creamy texture, store in a freezer-safe, airtight container and consume within two weeks.
Tips to Make Creamy Homemade Cherry Ice Cream Delight
– Choose the ripest cherries you can find as this greatly impacts the overall flavor of the ice cream.
– Between steps, ensure all ingredients aren’t too warm to prevent the formation of large ice crystals during the freezing process.
Variation
For a twist, try adding a swirl of chocolate or almond extract to the mix.
FAQs
1. Can I use frozen cherries?
– Yes, you can use frozen cherries, make sure to thaw and drain them before use.
2. Can I make this recipe dairy-free?
– Definitely, replace the heavy cream and milk with dairy-free alternatives like coconut milk or almond milk.
3. Can I make this without an ice cream maker?
– Yes. After mixing the ingredients, put them in a shallow dish and freeze. Stir every 30 minutes until it’s creamy and frozen.