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Fresh Blackberry Ice Cream

Creamy Fresh Blackberry Ice Cream: Your Summer Bliss Treat

Indulge in this creamy Fresh Blackberry Ice Cream, a delightful summer treat that captures the essence of ripe berries.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 scoops
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Ice Cream Base
  • 2 cups Fresh Blackberries or substitute with raspberries or blueberries
  • 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar adjust based on berry sweetness, optional substitute with honey
  • 2 cups Heavy Cream substitute with half-and-half for a lighter option
  • 1 cup Whole Milk using skim milk may yield less creaminess
  • 1 tablespoon Pure Vanilla Extract always choose pure for best flavor
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt enhances overall flavors
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice freshly squeezed for a bright flavor

Equipment

  • Blender
  • Ice cream maker
  • mixing bowl
  • Fine Mesh Sieve

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Start by rinsing 2 cups of fresh blackberries under cool running water, then spread them out on a towel to dry.
  2. In a blender, combine the dried blackberries with half of the sugar and blend until smooth.
  3. Optionally strain the blackberry puree through a fine-mesh sieve to remove seeds.
  4. In a large bowl, whisk together the remaining sugar, cream, milk, vanilla, lemon juice, and salt until well combined.
  5. Add the strained blackberry puree to the cream mixture, stirring to combine.
  6. Cover and refrigerate the mixture for at least 2 hours.
  7. Pour the chilled mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to instructions, about 25 minutes.
  8. Transfer the churned ice cream to an airtight container and freeze for at least 4 hours before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1scoopCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 45mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Enjoy the versatility of this recipe by experimenting with different berries or sweeteners to find your perfect combination.

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