Description
This Homemade Pineapple Ice Cream is a refreshing and creamy frozen dessert made with fresh pineapple, cream, and a hint of vanilla. Perfect for summer, it combines the tropical sweetness of pineapple with the rich texture of churned ice cream, delivering a delightful treat that’s easy to make at home.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruit Mixture
- 2 cups fresh pineapple, finely chopped or crushed
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
Ice Cream Base
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream, cold
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Prepare the Pineapple Mixture: Place the chopped pineapple and lemon juice in a blender or food processor and blend until mostly smooth, leaving small pieces for texture.
- Make the Ice Cream Base: In a large bowl, whisk together the sugar, heavy cream, whole milk, vanilla extract, and salt until the sugar is fully dissolved and the mixture is smooth.
- Combine Mixtures: Stir the pineapple mixture into the ice cream base until evenly combined.
- Chill the Mixture: Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to ensure the mixture is well chilled before churning.
- Churn the Ice Cream: Pour the chilled mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions, typically 20 to 25 minutes, until it becomes thick and creamy.
- Freeze to Firm Up: Transfer the churned ice cream into a freezer-safe container, cover it, and freeze for 2 to 3 hours to firm up before serving.
Notes
- For smoother ice cream, strain the pineapple puree before mixing it with the base.
- This ice cream pairs wonderfully with toasted coconut or a drizzle of caramel sauce for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Churning
- Cuisine: American
