🍦 STRAWBERRY CHEESECAKE SWIRL ICE CREAM 🍓🧀 (Absolutely delicious)
📝 INGREDIENTS:
For the Ice Cream Base:
2 cups heavy cream
1 cup whole milk
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup powdered sugar
For the Strawberry Swirl:
2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 tablespoon lemon juice
🔔 INSTRUCTIONS:
STEP 1: PREPARE THE STRAWBERRY SWIRL
- Combine Strawberries: In a medium bowl, mix the sliced strawberries with granulated sugar and lemon juice. Let it sit for about 15-20 minutes until the strawberries release their juices.
- Blend Mixture: After resting, blend the strawberry mixture until smooth. If you prefer a chunkier swirl, pulse it a few times instead of blending completely.
STEP 2: MAKE THE ICE CREAM BASE
- Whisk Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, whole milk, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until the sugar is dissolved.
- Blend in Cream Cheese: In a separate bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with powdered sugar until smooth. Gradually add the cream mixture to the cream cheese, whisking until fully combined and creamy.
STEP 3: CHILL AND CHURN
- Chill Mixture: Cover the ice cream base and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until well chilled.
- Churn Ice Cream: Pour the chilled mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions until it reaches a soft-serve consistency.
STEP 4: SWIRL AND FREEZE
- Layer Ice Cream: In a freezer-safe container, layer half of the churned ice cream, followed by half of the strawberry swirl. Repeat with the remaining ice cream and swirl.
- Create Swirls: Use a knife or spatula to gently swirl the strawberry mixture into the ice cream, being careful not to overmix.
- Freeze: Cover the container and freeze for at least 4 hours or until firm.
Prep Time: 30 minutes | Chill Time: 2 hours | Churn Time: 30 minutes | Total Time: 3 hours | Servings: 6-8
Enjoy your Strawberry Cheesecake Swirl Ice Cream, a delightful treat perfect for warm days! 🍦🍓🧀