15 Amazing Ice Cream Recipes You NEED This Summer

As the sun shines brightly and the days grow longer, there's a certain magic in the air that beckons us to indulge in cool, refreshing treats. One of the simplest yet most satisfying ways to celebrate the season is with a scoop of homemade ice cream or a luscious sorbet. These frozen delights not only provide relief from the heat but also evoke a sense of nostalgia and joy that is synonymous with summer. Whether you prefer the rich, creamy textures of ice cream or the light, fruity essence of sorbet, there's something for everyone in our collection of delicious recipes.

15 Amazing Ice Cream Recipes You NEED This Summer

Beat the summer heat with a delightful array of ice cream and sorbet recipes! From the refreshing Strawberry Basil Sorbet to the indulgent Nutty Caramel Ice Cream, explore flavors that evoke nostalgia and joy. Each recipe is simple and perfect for homemade fun, whether you're enjoying a sunny afternoon or entertaining guests. Discover how to craft these sweet delights and savor every scoop! #IceCream #Sorbet #SummerTreats #HomemadeDesserts #DeliciousRecipes

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Ingredients

2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced

1/4 cup sugar

1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped

1 tablespoon lemon juice

1/2 cup water

2 cups heavy cream

1 cup whole milk

3/4 cup sugar

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1/2 cup mini chocolate chips

1/2 cup cookie dough (store-bought or homemade)

2 cups coconut milk

1 cup pineapple puree (fresh or canned)

3/4 cup sugar

1 tablespoon lime juice

1/2 cup shredded coconut

4 ripe bananas

1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder

1/3 cup honey

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

2 cups seedless grapes

1/2 cup sugar

1 tablespoon lemon juice

1 cup water

4 ripe peaches, peeled and sliced

1 cup raspberries

1 cup heavy cream

1 cup whole milk

3/4 cup sugar

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 cup orange juice

1 cup pineapple juice

3 cups mixed fruit puree (strawberries, blueberries, kiwis)

1 cup sugar

1 cup heavy cream

2 cups fresh cherries, pitted and halved

1 cup lemon juice

1 cup sugar

1 cup heavy cream

1 cup whole milk

2 cups heavy cream

1 cup whole milk

3/4 cup sugar

2 tablespoons matcha green tea powder

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

2 cups coconut milk

1 cup applesauce

3/4 cup sugar

1 teaspoon cinnamon

1/2 cup shredded coconut

1 cup heavy cream

1 cup whole milk

3/4 cup sugar

1/2 cup chopped nuts (your choice)

1/2 cup caramel sauce

3 cups kiwi, peeled and chopped

1/2 cup sugar

1/3 cup lime juice

1/2 cup water

2 cups heavy cream

1 cup whole milk

3/4 cup sugar

1 teaspoon cinnamon

1 cup apple pie filling, chopped

Instructions

In a blender, combine the strawberries, sugar, basil, lemon juice, and water. Blend until smooth.

Transfer the mixture to a saucepan and heat on medium until the sugar fully dissolves, about 3-4 minutes.

Remove from heat and let cool.

Pour the mixture into a shallow dish and freeze for about 2-3 hours, stirring every 30 minutes until it reaches a sorbet-like consistency.

Scoop into bowls and garnish with additional basil leaves before serving.

Prep Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 3 hours and 15 minutes | Servings: 4

🍨🍪 Cookie Dough Ice Cream

In a mixing bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, milk, sugar, and vanilla extract until well combined.

Pour the mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions (usually about 25-30 minutes).

During the last 5 minutes of churning, add the mini chocolate chips and cookie dough pieces.

Transfer to a lidded container and freeze for at least 4 hours or until solid.

Serve with a drizzle of chocolate syrup if desired.

Prep Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 4 hours and 30 minutes | Servings: 6

🍍🥥 Tropical Coconut Pineapple Ice Cream

In a bowl, whisk together the coconut milk, pineapple puree, sugar, and lime juice until smooth.

Stir in the shredded coconut.

Pour the mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions.

Once churned, transfer to a lidded container and freeze for at least 4 hours or until firm.

Serve garnished with additional pineapple or coconut if desired.

Prep Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 4 hours and 15 minutes | Servings: 4

🍫🍌 Chocolate Banana Ice Cream

Slice the ripe bananas and place them in a freezer-safe container. Freeze until solid, about 2 hours.

In a food processor, combine the frozen bananas, cocoa powder, honey, and vanilla extract. Blend until smooth and creamy.

If the mixture is too thick, add a tablespoon of milk to help it combine.

Serve immediately for a soft-serve texture or freeze for an additional hour for a firmer consistency.

Prep Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 2 hours and 10 minutes | Servings: 4

🍇🍦 Grape Sorbet

In a blender, combine grapes, sugar, lemon juice, and water. Blend until smooth.

Strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve to remove the skins.

Pour the grape mixture into a shallow dish and freeze for about 3-4 hours, stirring every half hour until it becomes a sorbet consistency.

Serve in ice cream bowls for a refreshing treat.

Prep Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 4 hours and 10 minutes | Servings: 4

🍑🍨 Peach Melba Ice Cream

In a large bowl, mix the peaches, raspberries, sugar, and vanilla extract, and let sit for 15 minutes to release juices.

In a separate bowl, whisk together heavy cream and milk.

Combine the fruit mixture with the cream mixture and stir well.

Pour into an ice cream maker and churn as per the instructions.

Freeze for about 4 hours once churned before serving.

Prep Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 4 hours and 20 minutes | Servings: 6

🍬🌈 Rainbow Sherbet

In three separate bowls, mix orange juice with 1/3 cup sugar, pineapple juice with 1/3 cup sugar, and mixed fruit puree with the remaining sugar.

Whisk in 1 cup of heavy cream to each bowl until dissolved.

Layer the juices in a container starting with the orange layer, then pineapple, and finish with the mixed fruit.

Use a toothpick to swirl gently for a marble effect.

Freeze for at least 4 hours until set.

Prep Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 4 hours and 20 minutes | Servings: 6

🍒🍋 Cherry Lemonade Ice Cream

In a saucepan, combine cherries, lemon juice, and sugar over medium heat. Simmer until cherries soften, about 5-7 minutes.

Remove from heat and cool. Blend until smooth.

In a separate bowl, whisk cream and milk together.

Combine the cherry mixture with the cream mixture.

Freeze in an ice cream maker according to the manufacturer’s instructions for about 30 minutes, then freeze for an additional 4 hours.

Prep Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 4 hours and 45 minutes | Servings: 6

🍣🍦 Matcha Green Tea Ice Cream

In a bowl, whisk together heavy cream, milk, sugar, matcha powder, and vanilla extract until smooth.

Pour the mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to manufacturer’s instructions.

Transfer to a lidded container and freeze for at least 4 hours until firm.

Serve garnished with a sprinkle of matcha powder.

Prep Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 4 hours and 10 minutes | Servings: 6

🍏🥥 Apple Coconut Ice Cream

In a bowl, combine coconut milk, applesauce, sugar, and cinnamon. Stir well until the sugar dissolves.

Pour the mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to instructions.

During the last few minutes of churning, add shredded coconut.

Transfer to a lidded container and freeze for at least 4 hours before serving.

Prep Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 4 hours and 10 minutes | Servings: 6

🌰🍨 Nutty Caramel Ice Cream

Whisk together heavy cream, milk, and sugar in a bowl until dissolved.

Pour into an ice cream maker and churn according to instructions.

During the last few minutes, add chopped nuts and caramel sauce.

Freeze for at least 4 hours or until firm before serving.

Prep Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 4 hours and 10 minutes | Servings: 6

🥝🍧 Kiwi Lime Sorbet

In a blender, combine kiwi, sugar, lime juice, and water. Blend until smooth.

Pour into a shallow dish and freeze for about 4 hours, stirring every 30 minutes until it reaches a sorbet texture.

Serve in bowls, garnished with lime slices.

Prep Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 4 hours and 10 minutes | Servings: 4

🍎🥁 Apple Pie Ice Cream

In a bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, whole milk, sugar, and cinnamon until well combined.

Pour the mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions.