Blueberry Cheesecake Swirl Ice Cream
Indulge in the exquisite delight of Blueberry Cheesecake Swirl Ice Cream, a perfect summer treat that captures the essence of seasonal berries and creamy goodness. This homemade ice cream combines a luscious blueberry sauce, a crunchy graham cracker crust, and a rich cheesecake-flavored ice cream base. Every spoonful is a refreshing reminder of sunny days spent enjoying desserts. Inspired by the famous recipe from the cherished ice cream shop, this recipe brings the joy of that sweet, tangy flavor directly into your kitchen. Perfect for warm evenings, gatherings, or as a delectable dessert – you won't regret making this sensational treat!
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Servings
140
Calories
14
Ingredients
Ingredients
sugar
1/2 cup (for blueberry sauce)
cornstarch
1 tablespoon (for blueberry sauce)
water
1/2 cup (for blueberry sauce)
fresh or frozen blueberries
1 1/4 cups (for blueberry sauce)
lemon juice
1 tablespoon (for blueberry sauce)
graham cracker crumbs
2 1/4 cups (for crust)
sugar
2 tablespoons (for crust)
ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon (for crust)
butter
1/2 cup (melted, for crust)
sugar
1 1/2 cups (for ice cream base)
cheesecake flavor instant pudding mix
1 (3.5 ounce) package (for ice cream base)
heavy whipping cream
1 quart (for ice cream base)
milk
2 cups (for ice cream base)
vanilla extract
2 teaspoons (for ice cream base)
Instructions
1
For the Blueberry Sauce: In a small saucepan, mix together the sugar and cornstarch. Gradually add the water and stir until smooth. Incorporate the fresh or frozen blueberries and the lemon juice, then bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat. Lower the heat and allow to simmer, uncovered, for about 5 minutes or until the sauce thickens slightly, stirring occasionally. Once done, cover the saucepan and place it in the refrigerator to chill.
2
For the Graham Cracker Crust: In a large mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and ground cinnamon. Pour in the melted butter and mix until well combined. Firmly press the crumb mixture into an ungreased 15x10x1 inch baking pan. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10 to 15 minutes, or until the crust is lightly browned. Allow to cool completely on a wire rack.
3
For the Ice Cream Base: In another large mixing bowl, whisk together the heavy whipping cream, milk, sugar, cheesecake-flavored pudding mix, and vanilla extract until smooth and well blended. Fill your ice cream maker's cylinder about two-thirds full, following the manufacturer's instructions to churn the mixture until it reaches a soft-serve consistency. Reserve the remaining mixture in the refrigerator until the first batch finishes churning.
4
Assemble the Ice Cream: Once the ice cream is ready, crumble the baked graham cracker crust into small pieces. In an airtight container, layer the churned ice cream with the blueberry sauce and crumbled graham cracker crust, repeating the layers two more times. Gently swirl the mixture with a spoon for a marbled effect. Seal the container and place it in the freezer to harden for several hours or overnight.
Nutrition Information
7.5g
Fat
15.6g
Carbs
1.1
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blueberry Cheesecake Swirl Ice Cream?
It is a homemade summer treat featuring a cheesecake-flavored ice cream base, a luscious blueberry sauce, and a crunchy graham cracker crust swirl.
What are the ingredients for the blueberry sauce?
The sauce requires 1/2 cup sugar, 1 tablespoon cornstarch, 1/2 cup water, 1 1/4 cups fresh or frozen blueberries, and 1 tablespoon lemon juice.
How do you prepare the blueberry sauce?
Mix sugar and cornstarch in a saucepan, add water and blueberries with lemon juice, bring to a boil, then simmer for 5 minutes until thickened.
How long should the blueberry sauce simmer?
The sauce should simmer uncovered for about 5 minutes or until it thickens slightly.
Should the blueberry sauce be chilled before use?
Yes, after simmering, the sauce should be covered and placed in the refrigerator to chill.
What ingredients are needed for the graham cracker crust?
You will need 2 1/4 cups graham cracker crumbs, 2 tablespoons sugar, 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and 1/2 cup melted butter.
At what temperature should the crust be baked?
The graham cracker crust should be baked in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C).
How long does the crust need to bake?
The crust should bake for 10 to 15 minutes or until it is lightly browned.
What size pan should be used for the crust?
Use an ungreased 15x10x1 inch baking pan to press the crumb mixture into.
What goes into the ice cream base?
The base consists of 1 quart heavy whipping cream, 2 cups milk, 1 1/2 cups sugar, one 3.5-ounce package of cheesecake-flavored instant pudding mix, and 2 teaspoons vanilla extract.
What kind of pudding mix is used for this recipe?
The recipe calls for one 3.5-ounce package of cheesecake-flavored instant pudding mix.
How much heavy whipping cream is required?
You will need 1 quart of heavy whipping cream for the ice cream base.
How much milk is used in the ice cream base?
The recipe requires 2 cups of milk.
How do I prepare the ice cream base mixture?
Whisk together the cream, milk, sugar, pudding mix, and vanilla extract in a large bowl until smooth and well blended.
How much of the ice cream maker cylinder should be filled?
Fill the cylinder about two-thirds full to allow room for the mixture to expand as it churns.
What consistency should the ice cream reach in the maker?
Churn the mixture until it reaches a soft-serve consistency.
What should I do with the extra ice cream base mixture?
Reserve any remaining mixture in the refrigerator until the first batch finishes churning.
How do I assemble the final ice cream?
Layer the churned ice cream with the chilled blueberry sauce and crumbled graham cracker crust in an airtight container.
How do I create the swirl effect?
Gently swirl the layered mixture with a spoon to create a marbled effect before freezing.
How long does the ice cream need to freeze?
The assembled ice cream should be placed in the freezer to harden for several hours or overnight.
Can I use frozen blueberries for the sauce?
Yes, you can use either fresh or frozen blueberries for the sauce.
How many calories are in a serving?
There are 140 calories per serving of this ice cream.
What is the fat content per serving?
Each serving contains 7.5g of fat.
How many carbohydrates are in each serving?
There are 15.6g of carbohydrates per serving.
How much protein is in the ice cream?
The ice cream contains 1.1g of protein per serving.
Does this recipe use cinnamon?
Yes, 1/2 teaspoon of ground cinnamon is used in the graham cracker crust.
How much vanilla extract is included?
The recipe uses 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract.
Is the graham cracker crust baked or raw?
The crust is baked at 350°F for 10 to 15 minutes and then cooled completely before being crumbled into the ice cream.
How many ingredients are in this recipe total?
There are 14 ingredients used across the sauce, crust, and ice cream base.
What inspired this recipe?
This recipe was inspired by a famous recipe from a cherished ice cream shop to bring tangy, sweet flavors to your kitchen.