Strawberry Shortcake Ice Cream
A refreshing and indulgent frozen dessert that combines ripe strawberries, buttery shortcake, and creamy ice cream.
Ingredients
Ice Cream Base
- 2 cups heavy cream Ensure chilled
- 1 cup whole milk Ensure chilled
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar Adjust to taste
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract For flavor
Strawberry Preparation
- 2 cups fresh strawberries Hull and chop half for mix-ins
Shortcake Crumble
- 1 cup shortcake crumbs Use pre-made or homemade
Instructions
Preparation
- Wash and hull the strawberries. Chop half into small chunks and puree the rest for the ice cream base.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine strawberry puree, heavy cream, milk, sugar, and vanilla extract. Stir until the sugar dissolves.
Churning
- Pour the mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
- During the last few minutes of churning, fold in the chopped strawberries and shortcake crumbs.
Freezing
- Transfer the churned ice cream to an airtight container and freeze for 2–4 hours until firm.
- Serve with extra shortcake crumbs and sliced strawberries on top.
Notes
For added flavor, macerate the strawberries in sugar for 20-30 minutes before blending. Try various mix-ins such as white chocolate chips or crushed nuts for a unique twist.