Description
A rich and creamy homemade blueberry ice cream made with fresh blueberries, silky custard, and a hint of vanilla for a refreshing frozen dessert.
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh or frozen blueberries
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 4 large egg yolks
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
- Place the blueberries, half of the sugar, and lemon juice in a saucepan over medium heat. Cook for 8 to 10 minutes until the blueberries soften and release their juices.
- Blend the blueberry mixture until smooth, then let it cool completely.
- In another saucepan, combine the heavy cream, milk, and salt. Heat gently until warm but not boiling.
- In a separate bowl, whisk the egg yolks with the remaining sugar until pale and creamy.
- Slowly pour a small amount of the warm cream mixture into the egg yolks while whisking constantly. Gradually whisk in the remaining cream mixture.
- Return the mixture to the saucepan and cook over low heat, stirring continuously, until the custard thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon.
- Remove the custard from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract and cooled blueberry puree.
- Cover and chill the mixture in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or until completely cold.
- Pour the chilled mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
- Transfer the churned ice cream to a container and freeze for 3 to 4 hours before serving.
Notes
- Frozen blueberries can be used without thawing.
- For extra texture, add crushed graham crackers or cookie pieces.
- White chocolate chips pair well with the blueberry flavor.
- Add lemon zest for a brighter citrus taste.
- Replace part of the milk with extra cream for a richer texture.
- Swirl blueberry jam into the ice cream for extra fruit flavor.
- Store in an airtight container with plastic wrap pressed onto the surface to prevent ice crystals.
- Let the ice cream sit at room temperature for 5 minutes before scooping.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 55mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 175mg
