Imagine a spoonful of pure bliss that captures the essence of summer in one creamy, luxurious bite. This Fresh Strawberry White Chocolate Chunk Ice Cream isn't just a dessert—it's a sensory experience that transforms ordinary ingredients into an extraordinary treat. With its vibrant pink hue, luscious strawberry flavor, and rich white chocolate chunks, this homemade ice cream will make you the star of every summer gathering, leaving your guests wondering how you created such a magical dessert.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: -
Total Time: 15 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 8 servings
Ingredients
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, pureed
- 1 cup white chocolate chunks
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine heavy cream, whole milk, and granulated sugar. Whisk thoroughly until sugar completely dissolves and mixture becomes smooth.
- Add vanilla extract to the cream mixture and stir to integrate evenly.
- Wash and hull fresh strawberries, then puree them in a blender or food processor until smooth and no large chunks remain.
- Strain strawberry puree through a fine-mesh sieve to remove seeds, ensuring a silky texture.
- Gently fold strawberry puree into the cream mixture, creating a soft pink color and uniform consistency.
- Roughly chop white chocolate into small chunks, ensuring varied sizes for textural interest.
- Cover the mixture and refrigerate for 2-3 hours to chill completely and allow flavors to meld.
- Pour chilled mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to manufacturer's instructions, typically 20-25 minutes.
- During the last 5 minutes of churning, gradually add white chocolate chunks to distribute evenly.
- Transfer freshly churned ice cream to a freezer-safe container, smoothing the top with a spatula.
- Freeze for an additional 2-3 hours until firm before serving.
- Garnish with extra fresh strawberry slices and white chocolate shavings if desired.
Tips
- Use the freshest, ripest strawberries for the most intense flavor. In-season, locally grown strawberries will elevate your ice cream from good to extraordinary.
- Strain the strawberry puree carefully to ensure a smooth, seed-free texture that allows the cream to shine.
- Chill your mixture thoroughly before churning—this helps create a smoother, more consistent ice cream with better texture.
- For extra richness, use high-quality white chocolate with at least 30% cocoa butter content.
- If you don't have an ice cream maker, you can use the no-churn method by whipping the cream and folding in the other ingredients before freezing.
- Let the ice cream sit at room temperature for 5-10 minutes before serving to achieve the perfect scoopable consistency.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 420kcal
Carbohydrates: 35g
Protein: 4g
Fat: 28g
Saturated Fat: 17g
Cholesterol: 90mg
