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July 9, 2013 By Nicole Harris 28 Comments

Cherry Ricotta Ice Cream

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This Cherry Ricotta Ice Cream is creamy and decadent.  The flavor and richness is so unbelievable that it is easy to forget that this ice cream is homemade. 

hand holding cone filled with Cherry Ricotta Ice Cream, photo text: cherry ricotta ice cream

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Homemade Cherry Ice Cream

I made this ricotta ice cream recipe because one batch of my Homemade Ricotta produces four cups!  So I’m always looking for new uses for my ricotta.  I’m so glad I gave it a try because it is AMAZING!  Now I make all of my ice cream with ricotta because it is so unbelievably creamy.

If you don’t own an ice cream maker check out this post: 3 Methods For Homemade Ice Cream.  Or if you want to buy an ice cream maker I highly recommend the brand/model that I purchased a year ago, I have been extremely happy with it.  It is easy to use/clean, works great and is affordable: {affiliate link} Hamilton Beach 1.5 Qt Ice Cream Maker.

Cherry Ricotta Ice Cream

Cherry Ricotta Ice Cream

Yield: 4
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes

This Cherry Ricotta Ice Cream is creamy and decadent. ย The flavor and richness is so unbelievable that it is easy to forget that this ice cream is homemade.ย 

Ingredients

  • 1 cup Fresh Cherries, pitted
  • 1ยผ cup Ricotta, How To Make Ricotta
  • 1 Tb Vanilla Paste
  • 1/3 cup Ultrafine Sugar
  • 1 cup Half & Half*

Instructions

  1. Chop the pitted cherries into small pieces.
  2. Mix all ingredients together and chill in the refrigerator. (if necessary)
  3. Place your desired ice cream container into the freezer.
  4. Churn the cherry-ricotta mixture in an ice cream maker according to the manufacturer's instructions.
  5. Once the mixture is frozen and creamy, transfer to the cold ice cream container.
  6. Cover and freeze for at least 4 hours before serving.

Notes

*Use heavy cream for an extra rich ice cream. Or whole milk works well too.
This recipe yields 3ยฝ - 4 cups of ice cream.

Nutrition Information
Yield 8 Serving Size 1
Amount Per Serving Calories 160Total Fat 7gSaturated Fat 5gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 3gCholesterol 27mgSodium 72mgCarbohydrates 16gFiber 0gSugar 12gProtein 7g

Nutritional information on WonkyWonderful is provided as a courtesy and is approximate only. We cannot guarantee the accuracy of the nutritional information given for any recipe on this site.

© Nicole Harris
Cuisine: American / Category: Frozen Treats

More Wonky Wonderful Ice Cream:

EggNog Ice Cream
Carrot Cake Ice Cream
Blackberry Frozen Yogurt

pink ice cream with flecks of cherry in white bowl with spoon

 “Ice-cream is exquisite. What a pity it isn’t illegal.”     – Voltaire

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Comments

  1. Mel says

    July 9, 2013 at

    That’s awesome, I actually got my thermometer to try the ricotta but now I have to do this as well . After the kids go back to school!

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    • Nicole Harris says

      July 11, 2013 at

      Oh Yay! I hope you like the ricotta. And this ice cream is absolutely ReDonkulous! More ricotta ice cream recipes are coming soon.

      Reply
  2. Jenna says

    July 10, 2013 at

    This sounds seriously good! It looks like you are always cooking up something yummy!
    Jenna

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    • Nicole Harris says

      July 11, 2013 at

      Thanks Jenna! Yes, I am always cooking up something tasty … to the detriment of my waistline!

      Reply
  3. [email protected] says

    July 11, 2013 at

    I”ve never thought of trying ice cream with ricotta! It sounds incredible!

    Reply
    • Nicole Harris says

      July 11, 2013 at

      I think I’ll be making most of my ice creams with ricotta from now on. Definitely give it a try sometime! Have a great weekend ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
  4. Jaclyn says

    July 12, 2013 at

    Beautiful pictures! This looks delicious!

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    • Nicole Harris says

      July 12, 2013 at

      Thanks Jaclyn! I appreciate the compliment. Have a fantastic weekend!

      Reply
  5. Julie says

    July 13, 2013 at

    I may have to try this, You are invited to Share this recipe to Show Your Stuff:

    http://juliejewels1.blogspot.com/2013/07/show-your-stuff-84.html

    Reply
  6. Jocelyn @ BruCrew Life says

    July 13, 2013 at

    This sounds so dang good!! Yum!

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    • Nicole Harris says

      July 14, 2013 at

      It is absolutely divine! Thanks for stopping by, have a great week ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
  7. Linda says

    July 14, 2013 at

    This looks luscious. We’re having an ice cream party at Saturday Dishes that Paula (Call Me PMc) and I co-host. I would love it if you brought this over to the party.

    Wishes for tasty dishes,
    Linda @Tumbleweed Contessa

    Reply
    • Nicole Harris says

      July 14, 2013 at

      Thanks Linda! Have a great week ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
  8. Jamie @ Scattered Thoughts of a Crafty Mom says

    July 14, 2013 at

    I absolutely love cherry anything and those ice cream photos are to die for… I would love it if you would link your post up at our Inspiration Monday Link party that has just started.
    ~Jamie

    Reply
    • Nicole Harris says

      July 14, 2013 at

      Thanks Jamie! I appreciate the compliments. Have a wonderful week!

      Reply
  9. Sherri @The Well Floured Kitchen says

    July 16, 2013 at

    I have never made ricotta ice cream, I am very curious. The cherry ricotta combination sounds delicious! Pinned to give a try soon.

    Reply
    • Nicole Harris says

      July 18, 2013 at

      You must give it a try! Ricotta ice cream tastes amazing! Have a great weekend Sherri.

      Reply
  10. Ashley Christensen says

    July 16, 2013 at

    This looks so yummy! I would love it if you would come and link this up at my link party
    Dandelion Wishes Wednesday. I’m also pinning this ๐Ÿ™‚

    Reply
  11. Jillian says

    July 16, 2013 at

    This looks like an awesome summer-time ice cream recipe. Do you use whole milk ricotta?

    Reply
    • Nicole Harris says

      July 18, 2013 at

      Hi Jillian! I used homemade ricotta which is definitely whole milk ricotta … made with extra cream too. If you are buying the ricotta I would recommend the whole milk version so that the ice cream will be extra thick and creamy. Enjoy!

      Reply
  12. Ricki says

    July 16, 2013 at

    Oh how I love Ice Cream in summer. Thanks for sharing, looking forward to making this!

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    • Nicole Harris says

      July 18, 2013 at

      I’m a bit of an ice cream addict myself! I hope you enjoy ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
  13. [email protected] and More says

    July 17, 2013 at

    Oh boy that looks good, can I have some. Anyways thanks for sharing at Thursdays Treasures, I’m featuring you this week.

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    • Nicole Harris says

      July 18, 2013 at

      Thanks Joan, of course I’ll share with you! Thanks for the feature. Have a wonderful weekend!

      Reply
  14. Karyn - Pint Sized Baker says

    July 21, 2013 at

    Holy YUM!!
    Gimmie Some!

    Reply
  15. Dina says

    July 29, 2013 at

    oh I love the combination! sounds delish.

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    • Nicole Harris says

      July 29, 2013 at

      Thanks Dina!This combo IS amazing!

      Reply
  16. [email protected] says

    March 26, 2020 at

    Wonderful ice cream, liked it very much. Will try to make it once. Thanks for sharing l.

    Reply

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