Amarena Cherry Ice Cream

Indulge in the luxurious allure of homemade Amarena Cherry Ice Cream, a creamy dessert that combines the velvety richness of a classic custard base with the vibrant sweetness of Amarena cherry syrup and chunks of luscious Amarena cherries. This decadent treat boasts a perfectly balanced flavor profile, where the subtle notes of vanilla enrich the bold, tangy-sweet cherry essence. Made with premium ingredients like heavy cream, egg yolks, and real Amarena cherries, this ice cream offers a silky texture and gourmet quality that rival any gelateria. Whether you're crafting a special summer dessert or looking to impress guests, this easy-to-follow recipe promises irresistible results. Serve it in elegant scoops or pair it with your favorite pastries for the ultimate indulgence.

Nutriscore Rating: 42/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 cups heavy cream
• 1 cup whole milk
• 0.75 cup granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 4 large egg yolks
• 0.5 cup Amarena cherry syrup
• 0.5 cup Amarena cherries
• 0.25 teaspoon salt

Directions

Step 1

In a medium saucepan, combine the heavy cream, whole milk, and half of the granulated sugar. Heat the mixture over medium-high heat until it is hot but not boiling, stirring occasionally to dissolve the sugar.

Step 2

In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, remaining sugar, and salt until the mixture is pale and slightly thickened.

Step 3

Slowly pour about 1 cup of the hot cream mixture into the egg yolks, whisking constantly to temper the eggs. This prevents them from curdling.

Step 4

Pour the tempered egg yolk mixture back into the saucepan with the remaining cream mixture, continuing to whisk.

Step 5

Cook the custard over medium heat, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon or spatula, until it thickens enough to coat the back of the spoon and reaches about 170°F (77°C). Do not let it boil.

Step 6

Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract. Strain the custard through a fine-mesh sieve into a clean bowl to remove any cooked egg bits.

Step 7

Cover the custard with plastic wrap, pressing it directly onto the surface to prevent a skin from forming, and chill in the refrigerator until completely cold, at least 4 hours or overnight.

Step 8

Once chilled, pour the custard into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions.

Step 9

During the last few minutes of churning, add the Amarena cherry syrup and chopped Amarena cherries to the ice cream maker.

Step 10

Transfer the ice cream to an airtight container and freeze for at least 2 hours before serving to firm up.

Step 11

Serve scoops of the Amarena cherry ice cream and enjoy its rich flavors and smooth texture.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1183.9 grams (1183.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3143

Total Fat 186.10g	239%
Saturated Fat 106.90g	535%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.30g
Cholesterol 1247mg	416%
Sodium 885mg	38%
Total Carbohydrate 315.40g	115%
Dietary Fiber 1.20g	4%
Total Sugars 292.60g
Protein 19.40g	39%

Vitamin D 181IU	903%
Calcium 416mg	32%
Iron 2mg	13%
Potassium 626mg	13%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 55.6%

Protein: 2.6%

Carbs: 41.9%