Print

Strawberry Cheesecake Ice Cream

Print Recipe

A rich and creamy homemade ice cream that combines the classic flavors of strawberry cheesecake, featuring real strawberries, cream cheese, and graham cracker swirls.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 cup strawberries, hulled and chopped
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for strawberries)
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup crushed graham crackers

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, mix chopped strawberries with 1/4 cup sugar and let sit for 15–20 minutes until syrupy. Mash slightly.
  2. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth.
  3. Add 1/2 cup sugar, milk, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined and smooth.
  4. Stir in the heavy cream and mix until fully combined.
  5. Pour the mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions (usually 20–25 minutes).
  6. During the last 5 minutes of churning, add the mashed strawberries and crushed graham crackers.
  7. Transfer the churned ice cream into a container, cover, and freeze for at least 4 hours or until firm.

Notes

  • You can swirl in additional strawberry jam for more intense strawberry flavor.
  • Let the ice cream sit at room temperature for a few minutes before scooping if it’s too hard.
  • Use fresh or frozen strawberries depending on availability.

Nutrition

Keywords: strawberry cheesecake ice cream, homemade ice cream, no-bake dessert, summer dessert, cream cheese ice cream

Find it online: https://zesticook.com/strawberry-cheesecake-ice-cream/