Cherry ice cream

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Cherry ice cream
360 min.
8
256kcal

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This cherry ice cream is a delicious and refreshing treat that's perfect for any occasion. With a creamy texture and sweet cherry flavor, it's sure to be a hit with both adults and kids alike. Plus, it's vegetarian and gluten-free, so it can be enjoyed by everyone! The best part? It only takes 360 minutes to make, so you can easily whip up a batch whenever the craving strikes.

This recipe is also highly customizable. Feel free to add in your favorite mix-ins, such as chocolate chips, nuts, or even fresh cherries. Get creative and make it your own! You can also adjust the sweetness to your taste by adding more or less sugar. The possibilities are endless with this versatile recipe.

Not only is this ice cream delicious, but it's also packed with nutrients. It's a good source of Vitamin A, Vitamin B2, Vitamin D, Calcium, and more. So you can indulge in this tasty treat without any guilt! Whether you're looking for a fun dessert to serve at your next dinner party or a sweet snack to enjoy on a hot day, this cherry ice cream is sure to hit the spot.

Ingredients

  • 1.5 cups cherries pitted (from)
  • tsp cornstarch 
  • 1.8 cups cup heavy whipping cream 
  • tsp juice of lemon 
  • 0.8 cup milk 
  • pinch salt 
  • 0.5 cup sugar 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sauce pan
  • blender
  • ice cream machine

Directions

  1. Put cherries, milk, one cup of the cream, sugar, and salt into a medium saucepan.
  2. Heat on medium heat until the mixture is steamy, then lower the heat and let sit for about 15 minutes.
  3. Remove from heat.
  4. Pour mixture into a blender, and carefully pure ( because of the hot liquid).Put mixture into a large bowl and stir in the remaining cup of cream. Chill for several hours in the refrigerator until completely cold.Stir in cornstarch, lemon juice and Amaretto.
  5. Pour the mixture into an ice cream machine and churn until frozen.
  6. Transfer to plastic container and place in the freezer for an hour before serving.Serving: take it out for 5-10 minutes before serving, or longer, so it comes to the right scooping temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Calories256kcal
Protein3.79%
Fat66.83%
Carbs29.38%

Properties

Glycemic Index
16.26
Glycemic Load
9.92
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
3.5060869565217%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
7.82mg
Pelargonidin
0.07mg
Peonidin
0.39mg
Catechin
1.13mg
Epigallocatechin
0.09mg
Epicatechin
1.29mg
Epicatechin 3-gallate
0.01mg
Eriodictyol
0.03mg
Hesperetin
0.09mg
Naringenin
0.01mg
Isorhamnetin
0.01mg
Kaempferol
0.06mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.59mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:256.25kcal
12.81%
Fat:19.62g
30.18%
Saturated Fat:12.41g
77.56%
Carbohydrates:19.41g
6.47%
Net Carbohydrates:18.86g
6.86%
Sugar:18.42g
20.47%
Cholesterol:61.58mg
20.53%
Sodium:27.75mg
1.21%
Protein:2.51g
5.01%
Vitamin A:818.97IU
16.38%
Vitamin B2:0.14mg
8.26%
Vitamin D:1.08µg
7.23%
Calcium:66.03mg
6.6%
Phosphorus:58.82mg
5.88%
Potassium:142.12mg
4.06%
Vitamin B12:0.21µg
3.45%
Vitamin E:0.51mg
3.4%
Selenium:2.08µg
2.97%
Vitamin C:2.37mg
2.87%
Vitamin B5:0.27mg
2.7%
Magnesium:9.28mg
2.32%
Vitamin B6:0.05mg
2.26%
Fiber:0.55g
2.19%
Vitamin K:2.28µg
2.17%
Vitamin B1:0.03mg
2.02%
Zinc:0.24mg
1.59%
Copper:0.02mg
1.13%
Manganese:0.02mg
1.01%
Source:Foodista