Sweet Corn Ice Cream with Blackberry Swirl
Sweet Corn Ice Cream with Blackberry Swirl is a delightful summer treat that perfectly balances creamy sweetness with tart berry goodness. This easy-to-follow recipe captures the nostalgia of summer barbecues and family gatherings, making it the ideal dessert for warm evenings. With its vibrant colors and irresistible flavors, this ice cream will leave everyone asking for more.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 6 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Churning/Freezing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh sweet corn kernels (about 4 ears)
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup ripe blackberries
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Prepare the Corn Base: Blend sweet corn kernels until smooth. In a saucepan, combine blended corn, milk, and cream; heat until simmering.
- Sweeten: Add sugar and salt, stirring until dissolved. Cool slightly, then strain through a fine mesh sieve to remove solids.
- Add Flavor: Stir in vanilla extract.
- Create the Blackberry Swirl: Cook blackberries with a tablespoon of sugar over medium heat until they break down into a syrup.
- Chill and Freeze: Pour the corn mixture into an ice cream maker; churn until soft-serve consistency. Layer in blackberry sauce before transferring to an airtight container to freeze completely.
- Serve and Savor: Scoop the ice cream into bowls or cones and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (120g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: For a dairy-free version, use coconut milk instead of heavy cream. Experiment with flavors by adding crushed cookies or a splash of almond extract.