Classic Cherry Ice Cream (Philadelphia Style)
Classic Cherry Ice Cream (Philadelphia Style)
Ingredients
For the Cherry Swirl
- 2 cup fresh cherries, pitted and halved
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
For the Ice Cream Base
- 2 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- 1
Prepare the cherry swirl: In a medium saucepan, combine the pitted cherries, 1/2 cup granulated sugar, and lemon juice. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the cherries have softened and released their juices, about 8-10 minutes. Mash some of the cherries with a fork to create a chunkier texture. Remove from heat and let cool completely.
⏱️ 10 min
- 2
Prepare the ice cream base: In a medium bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, whole milk, 3/4 cup granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until the sugar is dissolved. Ensure the mixture is well combined.
⏱️ 5 min
- 3
Chill the base: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until thoroughly chilled. This step is crucial for proper churning.
⏱️ 120 min
- 4
Churn the ice cream: Pour the chilled ice cream base into your ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions until it reaches a soft-serve consistency.
⏱️ 20 min
- 5
Add the cherry swirl: Gently fold the cooled cherry mixture into the churned ice cream. Swirl it through the ice cream for a marbled effect, or mix it in more thoroughly for an even distribution.
⏱️ 5 min
- 6
Freeze: Transfer the churned ice cream to an airtight container. Press a piece of parchment paper directly onto the surface to prevent ice crystals. Freeze for at least 4 hours, or until firm.
⏱️ 10 min
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Classic Cherry Ice Cream (Philadelphia Style)
Ingredients
For the Cherry Swirl
- 2 cup fresh cherries, pitted and halved
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
For the Ice Cream Base
- 2 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- 1
Prepare the cherry swirl: In a medium saucepan, combine the pitted cherries, 1/2 cup granulated sugar, and lemon juice. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the cherries have softened and released their juices, about 8-10 minutes. Mash some of the cherries with a fork to create a chunkier texture. Remove from heat and let cool completely.
⏱️ 10 min - 2
Prepare the ice cream base: In a medium bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, whole milk, 3/4 cup granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until the sugar is dissolved. Ensure the mixture is well combined.
⏱️ 5 min - 3
Chill the base: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until thoroughly chilled. This step is crucial for proper churning.
⏱️ 120 min - 4
Churn the ice cream: Pour the chilled ice cream base into your ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions until it reaches a soft-serve consistency.
⏱️ 20 min - 5
Add the cherry swirl: Gently fold the cooled cherry mixture into the churned ice cream. Swirl it through the ice cream for a marbled effect, or mix it in more thoroughly for an even distribution.
⏱️ 5 min - 6
Freeze: Transfer the churned ice cream to an airtight container. Press a piece of parchment paper directly onto the surface to prevent ice crystals. Freeze for at least 4 hours, or until firm.
⏱️ 10 min