Strawberry Cream Swirl Ice Cream
Strawberry Cream Swirl Ice Cream is a delicious homemade treat that combines the sweetness of strawberries with a rich and creamy base, swirled together for a refreshing, indulgent dessert.
- Author: sarra
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes (churning)
- Total Time: 4 hours and 45 minutes (includes freezing time)
- Yield: 4-6 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Churning, Freezing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and chopped
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons lemon juice
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar (for ice cream base)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- In a bowl, combine the strawberries, 1/2 cup sugar, and lemon juice. Let it sit for 15-20 minutes to macerate.
- Once the strawberries release their juice, mash them lightly with a fork or potato masher to create a chunky sauce.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, milk, 3/4 cup sugar, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until the sugar is dissolved.
- Fold the mashed strawberries into the cream mixture, ensuring an even distribution of strawberry swirls.
- Pour the mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions until it reaches a soft-serve consistency.
- Transfer the ice cream to an airtight container and freeze for at least 4 hours or until firm.
- Scoop and serve once it has firmed up.
Notes
- For a smoother ice cream, you can puree the strawberries instead of mashing them.
- If you don’t have an ice cream maker, freeze the mixture in a shallow pan and stir every 30 minutes for the first few hours to break up ice crystals.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 23g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: strawberry, ice cream, dessert, homemade, summer treat