Cherry Chocolate Chip Ice Cream
Indulge in the ultimate summer treat with this delectable Cherry Chocolate Chip Ice Cream, a homemade dessert that perfectly balances creamy sweetness with bursts of fruity tartness and rich chocolatey crunch. Made with a luscious base of heavy cream and whole milk, this recipe incorporates fresh or frozen cherries cooked down to release their natural juices, complemented by a hint of lemon for a vibrant kick. Semi-sweet chocolate chips provide the perfect textural contrast, creating a dessert that’s as sophisticated as it is satisfying. With just 20 minutes of prep time and the ease of an ice cream maker, you can churn out a batch of this velvety, flavor-packed ice cream that’s sure to impress your family and friends. Serve it in cones, bowls, or straight from the freezer—you simply can’t go wrong with this irresistible blend of cherries and chocolate.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Heavy cream
- 1 cup Whole milk
- 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 1 cup Fresh or frozen cherries (pitted and chopped)
- 0.5 cup Semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 teaspoon Lemon juice
- 0.125 teaspoon Salt
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the cherries and 1 tablespoon of granulated sugar over medium heat. Cook for 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cherries soften and release their juices. Stir in the lemon juice and set aside to cool completely.
Using a mixing bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, whole milk, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and salt until the sugar has completely dissolved.
Pour the mixture into your ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Typically, this process takes about 20-25 minutes.
Five minutes before the churning process is complete, slowly add the cooled cherry mixture and chocolate chips to ensure they are evenly distributed throughout the ice cream.
Once churned, transfer the ice cream to an airtight, freezer-safe container. Smooth the top with a spatula and cover with a layer of parchment paper to prevent ice crystals from forming.
Freeze the ice cream for 4-6 hours or until it is firm enough to scoop.
Serve the Cherry Chocolate Chip Ice Cream in bowls or cones and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2836 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 190.8 g | 245% | |
| Saturated Fat | 114.7 g | 574% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 509 mg | 170% | |
| Sodium | 547 mg | 24% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 243.2 g | 88% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.8 g | 31% | |
| Total Sugars | 227.4 g | ||
| Protein | 15.3 g | 31% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.7 mcg | 13% | |
| Calcium | 321 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 2.6 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 720 mg | 15% | |
*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.
