Description
A luscious, creamy ice cream combining fresh cherries and rich dark chocolate chunks, perfect for summer indulgence.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup fresh or frozen cherries, pitted and halved
- 1/2 cup dark chocolate chunks
- 1 tablespoon cherry juice or syrup (optional)
Instructions
- Whisk the heavy cream, whole milk, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract in a mixing bowl until the sugar fully dissolves.
- Churn the mixture in an ice cream maker according to the manufacturer’s instructions for 20-25 minutes until it reaches a soft-serve texture.
- Add the halved cherries and dark chocolate chunks about 5 minutes before the churning is complete.
- Fold the cherries and chocolate into the base mixture if using the no-churn method, then transfer to a freezer-safe container.
- Freeze the ice cream for at least 4 hours, or until solid.
- Serve scoops into bowls or cones and enjoy!
Notes
Make ahead and store for up to 2-3 weeks in an airtight container. Let sit at room temperature for easier scooping.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 70mg