Sugar-Free Amarena Cherry Ice Cream
Indulge guilt-free with this luxuriously creamy Sugar-Free Amarena Cherry Ice Cream, a dessert that tastes as delightful as it sounds! Made with a rich base of heavy cream and whole milk, sweetened naturally with erythritol, and elevated by the vibrant sweetness of sugar-free Amarena cherries and their luscious juice, this homemade ice cream offers a perfect balance of indulgence and health-consciousness. The churned custard base ensures an irresistibly smooth and velvety texture, while the addition of Amarena cherries adds a burst of tart, fruity flavor in every bite. Whether you're looking for a diabetic-friendly treat, a low-carb option, or simply a deliciously unique frozen dessert, this recipe delivers pure satisfaction. Perfect for summer gatherings or as a make-ahead treat, this ice cream is sure to become your go-to sugar-free indulgence!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Heavy cream
- 1 cup Whole milk
- 0.75 cup Erythritol (or preferred sugar substitute)
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 4 Egg yolks
- 0.5 cup Amarena cherries (sugar-free)
- 2 tablespoons Cherry juice from Amarena cherries
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the heavy cream, whole milk, and erythritol. Place over medium heat and stir occasionally until the mixture begins to steam, but do not let it boil.
In a separate bowl, whisk the egg yolks until smooth. Slowly add about 1/2 cup of the hot cream mixture to the yolks, whisking constantly to temper the eggs.
Gradually pour the tempered yolks back into the saucepan with the remaining cream mixture, stirring constantly.
Continue to cook over medium heat, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon, until the mixture thickens enough to coat the back of the spoon. This should take about 5-7 minutes.
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract and salt. Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a clean bowl to remove any cooked egg bits.
Allow the mixture to cool slightly, then cover with plastic wrap, pressing it directly onto the surface to prevent a skin from forming. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until completely chilled.
Once chilled, pour the mixture into your ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions.
During the last 5 minutes of churning, add the Amarena cherries and the cherry juice.
Transfer the ice cream to an airtight container and freeze until firm, at least 2 hours.
Serve and enjoy your homemade Sugar-Free Amarena Cherry Ice Cream!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2040 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 185.9 g | 238% | |
| Saturated Fat | 106.9 g | 535% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1247 mg | 416% | |
| Sodium | 879 mg | 38% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 28.4 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.4 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.7 g | ||
| Protein | 18.8 g | 38% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.5 mcg | 23% | |
| Calcium | 404 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 2.2 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 567 mg | 12% | |
*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.
