Red Velvet Ice Cream Recipe

 

Red Velvet Ice Cream Recipe

Ingredients:

• Ice Cream Base:

  • 2 cups heavy cream

  • 1 cup whole milk

  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar

  • 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

  • 1-2 teaspoons red food coloring (adjust for desired vibrancy)

  • 1 tablespoon white vinegar or lemon juice (for the signature tang)

• Cream Cheese Swirl:

  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened

  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar

  • 2 tablespoons heavy cream or milk

  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

• Mix-Ins (optional):

  • Red velvet cake pieces (store-bought or homemade, cut into small chunks)

  • Chocolate chips or chunks

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Instructions:

1. Prepare the Ice Cream Base:

   • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, whole milk, sugar, cocoa powder, vanilla extract, salt, and vinegar or lemon juice until the sugar and cocoa are fully dissolved.

   • Add the red food coloring and mix until you achieve a vibrant red color. Start with 1 teaspoon and add more as needed.

   • Cover the mixture and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until thoroughly chilled.

2. Make the Cream Cheese Swirl:

   • In a separate bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.

   • Add the powdered sugar, heavy cream (or milk), and vanilla extract. Mix until creamy and well combined. Set aside.

3. Churn the Ice Cream:

   • Pour the chilled ice cream base into your ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions (usually about 20-25 minutes).

4. Layer the Ice Cream:

   • Once the ice cream is churned, transfer half of it to a freezer-safe container.

   • Dollop half of the cream cheese swirl mixture over the ice cream, then use a knife or skewer to gently swirl it in.

   • Add a layer of red velvet cake pieces or chocolate chips if desired.

   • Repeat with the remaining ice cream, cream cheese swirl, and mix-ins.

5. Freeze:

   • Cover the container with parchment paper or plastic wrap pressed directly onto the surface to prevent ice crystals from forming.

   • Freeze for at least 4 hours, or until firm.

6. Serve:

   • Scoop and enjoy! Garnish with extra red velvet cake crumbs or a drizzle of chocolate sauce for an extra decadent touch.

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Tips:

• For a stronger chocolate flavor, you can add 1-2 tablespoons of melted dark chocolate to the ice cream base.

• If you don’t have an ice cream maker, you can pour the mixture into a shallow dish and freeze it, stirring every 30 minutes until it reaches the desired consistency.

• To make red velvet cake pieces, bake a small red velvet cake or cupcake and crumble it into small chunks.

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Enjoy your homemade Red Velvet Ice Cream! 🍦❤️

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