Fresh Strawberry Ice Cream with Chocolate Chips Recipe
This homemade fresh strawberry ice cream with chocolate chips is a deliciously creamy treat bursting with fresh strawberry flavor and the delightful crunch of smashed chocolate chips. Using fresh strawberries simmered into a jam-like mixture, combined with rich cream and half-and-half, this ice cream is perfect for summer or any time you crave a refreshing fruity dessert. Made effortlessly with a KitchenAid ice cream attachment or any ice cream maker, this recipe yields a smooth, creamy ice cream with the option to enjoy as a soft serve or a frozen scoop.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 1 quart (4 servings)
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Churning
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Strawberry Mixture
- 1 lb strawberries, diced into 1-inch chunks
- ¼ cup honey
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ¼ tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 medium lemon, juiced
Ice Cream Base
- ½ cup chocolate chips, smashed
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup half and half
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the Strawberry Mixture: Combine diced strawberries, honey, sugar, ground cinnamon, and lemon juice in a medium pot over medium-low heat. Simmer the mixture for 10-15 minutes while gently crushing the strawberries until they become juicy and softened. The mixture should reduce by half and thicken to a jam-like consistency. Remove from heat and let cool slightly. For a smoother texture without strawberry chunks, blend the mixture once cooled.
- Pre-chill the Ice Cream Maker: Pour the strawberry mixture into your KitchenAid ice cream mixer or preferred ice cream maker. Start the machine and let it run for about 5 minutes to chill the mixture before adding the remaining ingredients.
- Mix Cream and Chocolate Chips: In a large bowl, combine the smashed chocolate chips with the heavy cream, half and half, and vanilla extract. Stir well to incorporate all ingredients evenly.
- Churn the Ice Cream: Pour the cream and chocolate mixture into the ice cream maker along with the strawberry base. Churn for 20-30 minutes until the ice cream reaches a soft-serve consistency. You can enjoy it immediately or transfer it to the freezer for a few hours to harden and develop a firmer texture.
Notes
- For a chunk-free ice cream, blend the strawberry mixture after simmering and cooling.
- Use fresh, ripe strawberries for the best flavor.
- The ice cream can be eaten soft serve right after churning or frozen longer for a firmer texture.
- Smashed chocolate chips add texture and bursts of chocolate flavor throughout the ice cream.
- Adjust sweetness by reducing or increasing sugar and honey as per taste.
