CHERRY CREAM CHEESE ICE CREAM

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This recipe makes a deliciously rich and velvety ice cream that was an instant hit at our home. It's great in summer, but we'll make it other times of the year, too. Ruby Nelson, Mountain Home, Arkansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 45m

Yield about 1-1/2 quarts.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1-1/4 cups sugar
2-1/2 cups half-and-half cream, divided
12 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest
2 cups pitted sweet cherries, quartered

Steps:

  • In a heavy saucepan, combine the eggs and sugar. Gradually add 1-3/4 cups cream. Cook and stir over low heat until mixture reaches at least 160° and coats the back of a metal spoon. Remove from the heat. Cool quickly by placing pan in a bowl of ice water; stir for 2 minutes., In a bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Gradually beat in the egg mixture. Add the lemon juice, vanilla, lemon zest and remaining cream. Press plastic wrap onto surface of custard. Refrigerate for several hours or overnight. , Stir in cherries. Fill cylinder of ice cream freezer two-thirds full; freeze according to manufacturer's directions. Refrigerate remaining mixture until ready to freeze. Allow to ripen in ice cream freezer or firm up in the refrigerator freezer for 2-4 hours before serving.

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Doris Boadi
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This ice cream is so good! I can't wait to make it again.


c0ll1s10n st3z
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I'm allergic to dairy, so I used vegan cream cheese and milk. It worked perfectly!


Rochelle Hendricks
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I didn't have any cherries on hand, so I used strawberries instead. It turned out great!


ishu Magar
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The texture of this ice cream is a bit icy. I think I overmixed it.


Hassani Miraji
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This ice cream is a bit too sweet for my taste, but it's still good.


Jay is a Meme
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. This ice cream is now my go-to summer dessert.


Daud Bishar
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This ice cream is so creamy and smooth. It's the perfect treat for a hot summer day.


Carleen Johnson
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I love the combination of cherries and cream cheese in this ice cream. It's a unique and delicious flavor.


Hassnain Arif
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This ice cream is the perfect balance of sweet and tart. The cream cheese adds a nice richness.


Edward Johnson
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This ice cream is so easy to make. I love that I didn't have to churn it.


Sheaik Juwel
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I made this ice cream for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Qadeer Khan
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This ice cream is so delicious! It's the perfect summer treat. The cherry and cream cheese flavors are a great combination.


Sanju Raja
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I'm not usually a fan of cherry ice cream, but this recipe changed my mind. The cream cheese adds a richness and tanginess that really complements the sweetness of the cherries. I'll definitely be making this again.


Joshua Obialor
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This ice cream was a hit at my summer party! It was so easy to make and the flavor was amazing. The cherry and cream cheese flavors were perfectly balanced and the texture was smooth and creamy.