Description
A delightful treat that combines the exotic flavor of dragonfruit with the classic sweetness of strawberries, perfect for hot days or gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh or frozen dragonfruit, diced
- 1 cup fresh or frozen strawberries, hulled
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 1 cup whole milk (or coconut milk for dairy-free option)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
- Prepare the Fruit: Peel and dice the fresh dragonfruit. Hull and quarter the strawberries. Blend both fruits with lemon juice until smooth.
- Mix the Ice Cream Base: In a bowl, combine the heavy cream, milk, sugar, and vanilla. Stir until the sugar dissolves completely.
- Combine Fruit and Cream: Gently mix the pureed fruit into the cream mixture until they are fully blended.
- Chill the Mixture: Place the bowl in the refrigerator for at least 120 minutes to cool.
- Churn the Ice Cream: Pour the chilled mixture into an ice cream maker and churn for about 20-25 minutes, or until it reaches a soft-serve consistency.
- Freeze and Serve: Transfer the ice cream to a container. Freeze for 180-240 minutes until it is firm. Serve with fresh fruit if desired.
Notes
For added flavor, consider mixing in coconut flakes or a swirl of chocolate sauce before freezing.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Churning
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: ice cream, dessert, dragonfruit, strawberry, homemade