Description
Fresh Cherry Ice Cream is a delightful summer treat that captures the essence of ripe cherries blended into a creamy dessert. This easy-to-make recipe evokes memories of sunny days spent in cherry orchards, making it perfect for family gatherings or cozy evenings at home. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a refreshing ice cream that’s rich in flavor and happiness.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh cherries, pitted and chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Prepare the Cherries: Wash, pit, and chop cherries into halves or quarters.
- Create Cherry Mixture: Mix chopped cherries with 1 tbsp sugar; let sit for 10-15 minutes until syrupy.
- Mix Cream Base: Whip together heavy cream and sweetened condensed milk until slightly thickened.
- Add Flavor: Stir in vanilla and salt, then fold in cherry mixture.
- Freeze: Pour into an airtight container and freeze for at least 4 hours until solid.
- Serve: Scoop into bowls or cones; enjoy with extra cherry syrup or nuts if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (120g)
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg