Strawberry Cheesecake Ice Cream

Strawberry Cheesecake Ice Cream

Cool, creamy, and bursting with fresh strawberry flavor, this Strawberry Cheesecake Ice Cream is the perfect homemade treat for warm-weather days. Made with rich cream cheese, sweet frozen strawberries, and a buttery graham cracker finish, this recipe combines all the best parts of classic strawberry cheesecake with the indulgent texture of homemade ice cream.

Featuring Stahlbush Island Farms Frozen Strawberries, this dessert uses strawberries that are harvested at peak ripeness and frozen to lock in their vibrant flavor. Whether you’re making it for a summer gathering, a family dessert night, or simply craving a sweet frozen treat, this strawberry cheesecake ice cream is sure to become a favorite.

INGREDIENTS

For the Strawberry Mixture

• 1 bag Stahlbush Island Farms Frozen Strawberries
• ⅓ cup granulated sugar
• 1 pinch salt

For the Ice Cream Base

• 4 large egg yolks
• ¾ cup granulated sugar
• 1½ cups whole milk
• 4 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1½ cups whipping cream
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For Serving

Crushed graham crackers

INSTRUCTIONS

Prepare the Strawberry Swirl

1. Add the frozen strawberries, ⅓ cup sugar, and salt to a saucepan.
2. Cook over medium heat until the strawberries soften and release their juices.
3. Continue cooking until the mixture thickens slightly.
4. Allow the strawberry mixture to cool, then blend until smooth or leave slightly chunky depending on your preferred texture.
5. Refrigerate until ready to use.

Make the Cheesecake Ice Cream Base

1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the egg yolks and sugar until smooth and slightly thickened.
2. Warm the milk in a saucepan over medium heat until steaming but not boiling.
3. Slowly pour the warm milk into the egg mixture while whisking constantly to temper the eggs.
4. Return the mixture to the saucepan and cook over medium-low heat, stirring frequently, until it thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon.
5. Remove from heat and whisk in the softened cream cheese until smooth. Stir in the whipping cream and vanilla extract.
6. Cover and refrigerate the mixture until completely chilled.

Churn the Ice Cream

1. Once chilled, pour the cheesecake ice cream base into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
2. During the last few minutes of churning, add the strawberry mixture and gently swirl it throughout the ice cream.

Freeze and Serve

1. Transfer the ice cream to a freezer-safe container and freeze until firm, about 2–4 hours.
2. Serve topped with crushed graham crackers for the ultimate strawberry cheesecake experience.

A Sweet Summer Treat Made with Frozen Strawberries

This Strawberry Cheesecake Ice Cream brings together creamy cheesecake, sweet strawberries, and a classic graham cracker topping in one irresistible frozen dessert. With Stahlbush Island Farms Frozen Strawberries in your freezer, you can enjoy berry-filled treats whenever the craving strikes.