Three of a Kind Ice Cream

Nutriscore Rating: 45/100

Indulge in the ultimate frozen dessert experience with "Three of a Kind Ice Cream," a decadent trio of classic flavors—vanilla, chocolate, and strawberry—crafted from a creamy, custard-based recipe. Perfectly balanced and irresistibly smooth, this recipe transforms simple ingredients like heavy cream, fresh strawberries, and rich dark chocolate into a layered masterpiece. Each flavor is prepared individually and then artfully combined, ensuring distinct tastes and textures in every bite. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or treating yourself, this layered ice cream delight will be the star of your dessert table. Plus, it’s easy to customize and can be made ahead for seamless serving. Perfect for ice cream lovers, this recipe is your gateway to homemade perfection!

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 25 min
• Cook Time: 30 min
• Total Time: 55 min
• Servings: 8 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

9 items

• 3 cups Heavy cream
• 2 cups Whole milk
• 1.5 cups Granulated sugar
• 6 large Egg yolks
• 2 teaspoons Pure vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons Cocoa powder
• 2 ounces Dark chocolate (finely chopped)
• 0.5 cups Fresh strawberry puree
• 0.25 cups Fresh strawberries (finely chopped, optional)

📝 Instructions

11 steps

1. In a medium saucepan, combine the heavy cream, whole milk, and granulated sugar. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar dissolves and the mixture is hot but not boiling (around 175°F/80°C).

2. In a large bowl, whisk the egg yolks until smooth. Slowly pour about 1 cup of the hot cream mixture into the yolks, whisking constantly to temper the eggs and prevent scrambling.

3. Pour the tempered egg mixture back into the saucepan with the remaining cream mixture. Cook over low heat, stirring continuously with a wooden spoon or spatula, until the mixture thickens enough to coat the back of the spoon (170–175°F/77–79°C).

4. Remove the custard from heat and pour it through a fine-mesh sieve into a clean bowl to remove any curdled bits. Divide the custard evenly into three separate bowls.

5. For the vanilla base: Stir in 2 teaspoons of pure vanilla extract into one bowl of custard. Cover and refrigerate.

6. For the chocolate base: In another bowl, whisk in 2 tablespoons of cocoa powder and 2 ounces of finely chopped dark chocolate while the custard is still warm, until fully incorporated and smooth. Cover and refrigerate.

7. For the strawberry base: Stir 1/2 cup of fresh strawberry puree (and optionally, 1/4 cup of finely chopped strawberries for texture) into the third bowl of custard. Cover and refrigerate.

8. Let all three custards chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or until fully cold.

9. Process each custard base separately in an ice cream maker, following the manufacturer's instructions. Once churned, transfer each flavor to its own freezer-safe container and freeze for an additional 2–4 hours to firm up.

10. To assemble 'Three of a Kind Ice Cream,' layer the chocolate, vanilla, and strawberry ice creams into a serving dish or loaf pan. Add swirls or patterns with a spoon if desired. Freeze for 1–2 more hours to let the layers set before serving.

11. Scoop and enjoy the trio of flavors in every bite!

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (230.2g)

Calories		581
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		37.8 g	48%
	Saturated Fat	21.9 g	109%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		234 mg	78%
Sodium		64 mg	3%
Total Carbohydrate		47.9 g	17%
	Dietary Fiber	1.4 g	5%
	Total Sugars	45.3 g
Protein		4.8 g	10%
Vitamin D		1.1 mcg	6%
Calcium		94 mg	7%
Iron		1.4 mg	8%
Potassium		183 mg	4%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 2722 cal (61.8%%)

Protein: 152 cal (3.5%%)

Carbs: 1532 cal (34.8%%)