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!
Portions:6
Preparation Time: 20 minutes
0 minutes (plus 4 hours freezing time) 40 minutes
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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
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Recipe Category Dessert / Icecream
Country American
Holliday: Birthday / party / Valentinesday
Season: Summer

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