Description
Pomegranate bliss emerges through this creamy Mediterranean-inspired ice cream that balances tangy fruit with rich dairy. Smooth crimson swirls and delicate seeds promise cool refreshment for passionate dessert seekers who appreciate complex flavor experiences.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups heavy cream (480 ml / 16 fl oz)
- 1 cup whole milk (240 ml / 8 fl oz)
- 1 cup granulated sugar (200 g / 7 oz)
- 1 cup pomegranate juice (240 ml / 8 fl oz)
- 1 cup pomegranate seeds (arils) (150 g / 5.3 oz)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (5 ml / 0.17 fl oz)
Instructions
- Prep Base: Whisk heavy cream, whole milk, pomegranate juice, and granulated sugar in a large mixing bowl until sugar dissolves completely, creating a silky smooth liquid foundation.
- Flavor Enhancement: Blend pure vanilla extract into the mixture, ensuring uniform distribution and a rich aromatic profile.
- Churning Process: Pour the liquid into an ice cream maker and churn according to manufacturer’s instructions, typically 20-25 minutes, until the mixture transforms into a soft, creamy texture.
- Seed Incorporation: During the final churning moments, gently fold fresh pomegranate seeds throughout the mixture, creating delightful fruity pockets and vibrant bursts of flavor.
- Freezing Stage: Transfer the freshly churned ice cream into an airtight container, smoothing the surface, and freeze for a minimum of 4 hours or overnight to achieve optimal scoopable consistency.
- Serving Presentation: Allow the ice cream to rest at room temperature for 2-3 minutes before scooping into chilled bowls, revealing a luscious, vibrant dessert that celebrates the essence of pomegranate.
Notes
- Chilling Container Trick: Chill your serving bowls beforehand to keep the ice cream from melting too quickly and maintain its perfect creamy texture.
- Seed Distribution Strategy: Fold pomegranate seeds gently to prevent breaking them, ensuring beautiful bursts of fruit in every bite without turning the entire mixture pink.
- Freezing Pro Tip: Cover the ice cream surface with plastic wrap directly touching the mixture to prevent ice crystals from forming and maintain a smooth, creamy consistency.
- Storage Wisdom: Store the ice cream in the coldest part of your freezer, typically the back, to preserve its texture and prevent unwanted flavor absorption from other foods.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: None
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 9
- Calories: 355
- Sugar: 25 g
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Fat: 27 g
- Saturated Fat: 17 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg