Description
Indulge in the delightful combination of rich chocolate and sweet cherries with this homemade Cherry Garcia Ice Cream, perfect for summer gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup dark chocolate chunks
- 1 cup cherries, pitted and halved
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the heavy cream, whole milk, sugar, and vanilla extract, stirring until the sugar is dissolved.
- Pour the mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
- Once the ice cream starts to thicken, fold in the chocolate chunks and cherries.
- Continue churning until you reach the desired consistency.
- Transfer the ice cream to a container and freeze for at least 240 minutes (4 hours) before serving.
Notes
For a creamier texture, consider adding a tablespoon of vodka to the mix. Serve with optional toppings like chocolate sauce or whipped cream.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Freezing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: cherry ice cream, dessert, homemade ice cream, summer treat, easy recipe