Creamy Pineapple Ice Cream (Print Version)

Silky pineapple churned with cream and milk, brightened by lemon and vanilla—chilled to scoopable perfection.

# What You'll Need:

→ Pineapple Base

01 - 2 cups fresh pineapple, diced or canned pineapple, drained
02 - 2/3 cup granulated sugar
03 - 1 tablespoon lemon juice

→ Ice Cream Mixture

04 - 2 cups heavy cream
05 - 1 cup whole milk
06 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
07 - 1/8 teaspoon salt

# Steps:

01 - Combine pineapple, granulated sugar, and lemon juice in a saucepan. Heat gently over medium setting for 5 minutes until pineapple softens and sugar is fully dissolved. Remove from heat and let cool to room temperature.
02 - Transfer the cooled pineapple mixture to a blender or food processor and blend until completely smooth.
03 - In a large bowl, whisk together heavy cream, whole milk, pure vanilla extract, and salt. Incorporate the pureed pineapple mixture and stir until evenly combined.
04 - Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 hours until thoroughly chilled.
05 - Pour chilled mixture into an ice cream maker. Churn according to manufacturer's guidelines for 20 to 30 minutes until mixture becomes thick and creamy.
06 - Transfer churned ice cream to a freezer-safe container. Cover securely and freeze for a minimum of 4 hours until the texture is firm.
07 - Allow ice cream to stand at room temperature for 5 minutes prior to scooping and serving.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • This ice cream delivers a tropical punch that feels like a little secret getaway—without ever leaving your kitchen.
  • It’s astonishingly smooth and highlights the natural tang of fresh pineapple in a way nobody expects from a homemade treat.
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  • If you rush the chilling step, the mixture won’t churn up as light and airy—it’s worth being patient.
  • Swapping low-fat milk for whole milk makes the ice cream noticeably icier and less rich, something I learned by accident.
03 -
  • Chill your bowl, whisk, and even your container for an extra-smooth outcome.
  • Blending the fruit extra-fine keeps the texture dreamy and avoids icy bits.

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