HOMEMADE BLACKBERRY AND PAPAYA ICE CREAM
Store-bought ice creams often contain a lengthy list of ingredients, many of which are unnecessary, like corn syrup. That’s why my family and I decided to make our own. We’re not vegetarians or strict dieters, but we care about what goes into our food. Our homemade ice cream is a delicious, healthier alternative to store-bought options, made with simple ingredients and customizable to your taste. You can replace the white cane sugar with any sweetener you prefer. Enjoy a fresh, healthy homemade ice cream!
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4–6 servings 1x
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup of milk or half and half
- 2 cups of whipping cream (or more if needed, especially if adding fruit)
- 1 tsp. of vanilla extract
- ¾ to 1 cup of white cane sugar (adjust to taste; substitute with your preferred sweetener)
For the Papaya Ice Cream:
- 2 cups of papaya, chopped
For the Blackberry Ice Cream:
- 1 ½ cups of blackberries
Instructions
- Blend Ingredients: Combine all ingredients in a blender, including your chosen fruit (papaya or blackberries).
- Churn: Pour the blended mixture into an ice cream machine. We recommend using this ice cream machine for best results.
- Freeze (Optional): For a firmer consistency, freeze the ice cream before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes (churning time)