Homemade Cherry Garcia-Style Ice Cream
This homemade version of Cherry Garcia Ice Cream is creamy, loaded with sweet cherries and rich chocolate chunks, and bursting with classic flavors. A perfect frozen treat!
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- whisk,
- Ice cream maker (or freezer-safe container for no-churn method)
- spatula
Ingredients
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups fresh cherries pitted and chopped
- ¾ cup dark chocolate chunks
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice to enhance cherry flavor
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together heavy cream, milk, sugar, and vanilla extract until sugar dissolves.
- Stir in the chopped cherries and chocolate chunks.
- Churn method: Pour the mixture into an ice cream maker and follow the manufacturer’s instructions.
- No-churn method: Pour the mixture into a freezer-safe container, cover, and freeze for about 4 hours, stirring every hour to break up ice crystals.
- Once the ice cream reaches a scoopable consistency, serve and enjoy!
Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:
Serving Tip:
Serve in a waffle cone or alongside warm brownies for an indulgent dessert.
Wine Advice:
Pairs well with a sweet dessert wine like Ruby Port or a light Rosé, complementing the cherry and chocolate flavors.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 310 kcal | Carbohydrates: 35 g | Protein: 4 g | Fat: 18 g | Fiber: 2 g | Sugar: 31 g | Salt: 0.1 g
