🍒🍦 Cherry Garcia Ice Cream

A homemade twist on the fan-favorite flavor — bursting with real cherries and dark chocolate chips. Creamy, dreamy, and absolutely irresistible!

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🛒 Ingredients

• 2 cups heavy cream

• 1 cup whole milk

• ¾ cup granulated sugar

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

• 1 cup fresh cherries, pitted and chopped

• ½ cup dark chocolate chips

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👩‍🍳 Directions

1️⃣ Mix the Base

In a large mixing bowl, combine the heavy cream, whole milk, sugar, and vanilla extract.
Whisk until the sugar is completely dissolved and the mixture is smooth.

2️⃣ Churn the Ice Cream

Pour the mixture into your ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
Churn until it reaches a soft-serve consistency (usually 20–25 minutes).

3️⃣ Add the Mix-Ins

Once the base has thickened, gently fold in the chopped cherries and dark chocolate chips.

4️⃣ Freeze Until Firm

Transfer the mixture to a freezer-safe container with a lid.
Freeze for at least 4 hours or until the ice cream is scoopable and firm.

5️⃣ Serve & Enjoy

Scoop into bowls or cones and enjoy your homemade Cherry Garcia delight! 🍒🍫

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💡 Tips & Variations

• Prefer smoother texture? Lightly puree half the cherries and mix with the chopped half.

• No ice cream maker? Freeze the base in a shallow pan, stirring every 30 minutes for 3–4 hours.

• Add chopped toasted almonds or use cherry-flavored dark chocolate for a fun twist!