Ingredients
For the Cherry Filling:
• 2 cups fresh cherries, pitted and halved
• 2 tbsp water
• 2 tbsp granulated sugar
• 1 tbsp cornstarch
For the Ice Cream:
• 2 cups heavy whipping cream
• 1 cup whole milk
• ¾ cup granulated sugar
• 4 tsp vanilla extract
• Pinch of coarse sea salt
• ½ cup chocolate chunks
Instructions
1. Prepare the Cherry Filling:
• In a saucepan, combine cherries, water, sugar, and cornstarch.
• Heat over medium, stirring occasionally, for 8-10 minutes until thickened.
• Remove from heat and cool for about 1 hour, then refrigerate until chilled.
2. Make the Ice Cream Base:
• In a large bowl, whisk together heavy cream, milk, sugar, vanilla extract, and sea salt until the sugar dissolves.
3. Churn the Ice Cream:
• Pour the mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions (about 20-30 minutes).
• As it thickens, add chocolate chunks.
4. Layer and Freeze:
• In a container, layer ⅓ of the ice cream followed by a layer of cherry filling. Repeat twice.
• Cover with wax paper, then tightly with plastic wrap or a lid.
• Freeze for at least 2-3 hours before serving.
Serving Tips
Serve in bowls topped with extra cherry filling and a drizzle of chocolate. For added flair, sprinkle with chopped nuts or garnish with a cherry.
Yield: 1 ½ quarts
Total Time: 2 hours 45 minutes (including freeze time)
Enjoy your homemade Cherry Vanilla Ice Cream on a warm day!
