Low Fat Homemade Cherry Ice Cream
Indulge guilt-free with this Low Fat Homemade Cherry Ice Cream, a decadent yet light treat that's bursting with fresh cherry flavor! Crafted with wholesome ingredients like non-fat milk, fat-free half-and-half, and sweet summer cherries, this recipe offers all the creaminess you crave without the added calories. A touch of vanilla extract enhances the fruity sweetness, while cornstarch adds the perfect velvety texture. Ready in just 30 minutes of prep time and customizable to your ideal consistency, this low-fat dessert is perfect for any occasion. Serve it on its own or pair with your favorite healthy toppings for a refreshing treat that’s both satisfying and waistline-friendly. Perfect for those seeking a lighter alternative to traditional ice cream, this easy recipe is sure to become a new favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Fresh cherries
- 2 cups Non-fat milk
- 1 cup Fat-free half-and-half
- 0.75 cup Sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons Cornstarch
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
Instructions
Pit and chop the cherries into small pieces. Set aside 1/2 cup of chopped cherries.
In a medium saucepan, combine the remaining 1.5 cups of cherries with sugar and a pinch of salt.
Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the cherries release their juices and the sugar dissolves, about 5 minutes.
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with 1/4 cup of the non-fat milk until smooth.
Add the cornstarch mixture, the rest of the non-fat milk, and fat-free half-and-half to the saucepan with the cherry mixture.
Continue to cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture is slightly thickened, about 5 minutes.
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
Let the cherry base cool to room temperature, then transfer it to a blender and blend until smooth.
Pour the puréed mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a large bowl to remove any remaining cherry pieces.
Cover the bowl and chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours to overnight, until completely cold.
Once chilled, set up your ice cream maker according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Pour the cherry mixture into the ice cream maker and churn until it reaches a soft-serve consistency.
During the last 5 minutes of churning, add the reserved 1/2 cup of chopped cherries.
Transfer the churned ice cream to an airtight container and freeze for at least 2 hours for a firmer texture, or enjoy immediately for a softer consistency.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1174 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.4 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.3 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 10 mg | 3% | |
| Sodium | 1039 mg | 45% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 257.3 g | 94% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.5 g | 20% | |
| Total Sugars | 226.1 g | ||
| Protein | 28.2 g | 56% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.0 mcg | 25% | |
| Calcium | 956 mg | 74% | |
| Iron | 1.2 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 1789 mg | 38% | |
*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.
