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Strawberry Shortcake Ice Cream

Creamy Strawberry Shortcake Ice Cream for Summer Delight

A refreshing Strawberry Shortcake Ice Cream recipe perfect for summer, combining juicy strawberries and sweet shortcake.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Freezing Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 55 minutes
Servings: 8 cups
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Ice Cream Base
  • 2 cups Heavy Cream Can substitute with coconut cream for a dairy-free option.
  • 1 cup Whole Milk Can replace with almond milk for a lighter option.
  • 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar Brown sugar can be used for a richer flavor.
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract Use pure vanilla for best taste.
Strawberry Mixture
  • 2 cups Fresh Strawberries Ripe and fragrant berries for best flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Granulated Sugar For macerating strawberries.
  • Lemon Juice A squeeze to enhance flavor.
  • Strawberry Jam Optional for additional sweetness.
Shortcake Texture
  • 1 cup Shortcake Crumbs Store-bought or homemade, toasted for texture.

Equipment

  • Ice Cream Maker
  • Mixing bowl
  • Skillet
  • Spatula

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Wash and hull the strawberries, chop them, sprinkle with sugar and lemon juice, and let sit for 20–30 minutes.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together heavy cream, whole milk, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  3. Toast shortcake cubes in a skillet with butter until golden brown and crispy, then cool.
  4. Churn the ice cream mixture in the ice cream maker until it reaches soft-serve consistency.
  5. Gently fold in the macerated strawberries and shortcake crumble into the churned ice cream.
  6. Transfer to a freezer-safe container, smooth the surface, cover, and freeze for at least 4 hours.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best flavor, use ripe strawberries and avoid overmixing to preserve the texture of the swirled ingredients.

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