Ingredients
- Heavy cream: 2 cups
- Whole milk: 1 cup
- Granulated sugar: 3/4 cup
- Fresh or frozen raspberries: 1 1/2 cups
- Dark chocolate (chopped into chunks): 4 ounces
- vanilla powder: 1 teaspoon
- Fine sea salt: 1/4 teaspoon
Instructions
- Step 1: Combine the heavy cream, whole milk, granulated sugar, vanilla powder, and salt in a large bowl. Whisk vigorously until the sugar is fully dissolved and the mixture is smooth.
- Step 2: Gently mash 1 cup of the raspberries in a separate small bowl with a fork, leaving some whole fruit, to create a slightly chunky sauce. Stir the mashed raspberries and any accumulated juice into the cream base.
- Step 3: Cover the ice cream mixture tightly and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, until thoroughly chilled. This is essential for proper churning.
- Step 4: Pour the chilled mixture into your ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's directions (usually 20–25 minutes) until the ice cream is thick and resembles soft-serve consistency.
- Step 5: During the last 5 minutes of churning, or immediately after churning, gently fold in the remaining 1/2 cup of whole raspberries and the chopped chocolate chunks.
- Step 6: Transfer the finished soft ice cream into an airtight freezer-safe container and freeze for an additional 2–4 hours to allow the ice cream to harden completely before serving.
Notes
- For the best texture, press a piece of parchment paper directly onto the surface of the frozen ice cream before sealing the lid; this simple step prevents ice crystals from forming during long-term storage.
- If the ice cream is too hard immediately from the deep freeze, allow it to rest on the counter for 5 to 10 minutes before scooping; this brief temper allows the fats to soften for perfect texture.
- For a brighter, more intense raspberry flavor, macerate the 1 cup of mashed berries with one tablespoon of the sugar for 30 minutes before stirring it into the cream base.
- Try serving a scoop alongside a warm brownie or drizzled with a high-quality dark chocolate ganache to enhance the richness of the chocolate chunks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American