Blueberry Ice Cream
Homemade blueberry ice cream made with fresh blueberries and crème fraîche has a bright, fruity flavor with a pleasantly tangy edge. The crème fraîche gives the base a slightly richer, creamier result than standard heavy cream alone. Allow a few hours for churning and freezing before serving.
Equipment
- 1 Ice Cream Maker
- 1 Blender
- 1 Mixing Bowls
- 1 Saucepan
- 1 Strainer
- 1 Whisk
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh blueberries preferably organic
- 1 cup granulated sugar divided
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice freshly squeezed
- 1 cup heavy cream preferably organic
- 1 cup whole milk preferably organic
- 0.5 cup crème fraiche or substitute with sour cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract pure
Instructions
- Begin by blending the fresh blueberries with 1/2 cup of the granulated sugar and the lemon juice until smooth. Strain the mixture through a fine mesh strainer to remove any pulp, leaving a smooth puree.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the remaining 1/2 cup of sugar, heavy cream, and whole milk. Stir continuously until the sugar is dissolved and the mixture is warm to the touch, about 5 minutes. Do not let it boil.
- Remove the saucepan from heat and whisk in the crème fraiche and vanilla extract until fully incorporated, forming a creamy base.
- Combine the blueberry puree with the cream mixture, stirring until well mixed.
- Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours or until thoroughly cold.
- Pour the chilled mixture into your ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions. It should reach a soft-serve consistency in about 20-25 minutes.
- Transfer the ice cream to a lidded container and freeze for at least 2 hours, or until firm, before serving.
Notes
For an extra burst of flavor, swirl in a blueberry compote before freezing for a ripple effect. Alternatively, add dark chocolate chips for texture contrast.
Nutrition
Calories: 267kcalCarbohydrates: 33gProtein: 2gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 46mgSodium: 25mgPotassium: 124mgFiber: 1gSugar: 32gVitamin A: 596IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 74mgIron: 0.2mg
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