Bing Cherry Ice Cream
Indulge in the vibrant, summery sweetness of homemade Bing Cherry Ice Cream—an irresistible frozen treat bursting with fresh fruit flavor! This recipe showcases luscious Bing cherries cooked down with a hint of lemon juice, enhancing their natural tart sweetness, before being blended into a silky puree. Combined with a creamy custard base made from whole milk, heavy cream, and a splash of vanilla, this ice cream achieves the perfect balance of rich and refreshing. With just 20 minutes of prep time and the simplicity of an ice cream maker, you'll create a velvety dessert that's ideal for cones, bowls, or topping off your favorite pie. Perfect for cherry season, this homemade ice cream will delight your taste buds and elevate any summer gathering.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Bing cherries, pitted and halved
- 0.75 cup Granulated sugar, divided
- 1 cup Whole milk
- 2 cups Heavy cream
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the Bing cherries, 1/4 cup of granulated sugar, and the lemon juice. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the cherries release their juices and soften, about 8-10 minutes.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the cherry mixture cool slightly. Then, blend the mixture using an immersion blender or standard blender until smooth. Set aside to cool completely.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the remaining 1/2 cup of granulated sugar, whole milk, and salt until the sugar is fully dissolved.
Stir in the heavy cream and vanilla extract into the milk mixture.
Once the cherry puree has cooled, combine it with the cream mixture, stirring until evenly mixed.
Pour the mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions (usually about 20-25 minutes).
Transfer the churned ice cream into an airtight container and freeze for at least 4 hours or until firm.
Serve scooped into bowls or cones, and enjoy your homemade Bing Cherry Ice Cream!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2656 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 168.8 g | 216% | |
| Saturated Fat | 100.7 g | 504% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 509 mg | 170% | |
| Sodium | 842 mg | 37% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 239.3 g | 87% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.0 g | 36% | |
| Total Sugars | 223.9 g | ||
| Protein | 13.3 g | 27% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.7 mcg | 13% | |
| Calcium | 365 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 1.9 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 1456 mg | 31% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
