Homemade Blueberry Swirl Ice Cream
A delightful homemade ice cream featuring a creamy base swirled with fresh blueberry flavor, perfect for hot summer days.
Ingredients
Base Ingredients
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 3/4 cup sugar for sweetness
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Blueberry Mixture
- 1 cup fresh blueberries can substitute with frozen if necessary
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice to enhance flavor
- 1/2 cup blueberry puree optional for swirl effect
Instructions
Prepare Blueberry Mixture
- In a saucepan, combine blueberries, sugar, and lemon juice over medium heat. Cook until blueberries are soft and syrupy.
- Allow the mixture to cool, then strain if desired to remove skins.
Mix Ice Cream Base
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together heavy cream, milk, sugar, and vanilla until sugar is dissolved.
- Add the cooled blueberry mixture to the cream mixture and stir until combined.
Churn Ice Cream
- Pour the mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions.
- If using, fold in blueberry puree for swirl effect before transferring to a container.
Freeze
- Freeze for at least 4 hours or until firm before serving.
Notes
Store any leftover ice cream in an airtight container in the freezer for up to two weeks. Let it sit out for a few minutes at room temperature before serving if it becomes too hard.