17 Recipes Made with an Ice Cream Maker

May 25, 2020

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Indulge in a sweet treat with these homemade ice cream recipes. These recipes call for the use of an ice cream maker, which is definitely worth the investment for those hot summer days. Whether it’s a classic flavor like Homemade Vanilla Ice Cream or a fun combination like Blueberry-Swirl Buttermilk Ice Cream or Rhubarb & Honey Ice Cream, these recipes are cool, delicious and can be enjoyed all summer long.

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Blueberry-Swirl Buttermilk Ice Cream

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This gorgeous homemade ice cream is a showstopper, thanks to bold swirls of blueberry syrup that cut through tart buttermilk-yogurt cream. Source: Diabetic Living Magazine, Summer 2018

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Sweet Corn Ice Cream

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Everyone loves sweet corn and ice cream in the summer. Here's a recipe for sweet corn ice cream that combines the two! This rich corn ice cream recipe is amazing on its own or with fresh blueberries or warm blueberry pie. Source: EatingWell Magazine, July/August 2012

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Chocolate Malt Ice Cream

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Malted-milk powder and powdered nonfat dry milk add most of the body to this unbelievably creamy but low-fat ice cream. Stir in 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips or crushed chocolate wafer cookies for a chocolate-lover's delight. Source: EatingWell Magazine, August/September 2006

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Blueberry-Cinnamon Swirl Ice Cream

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Blueberries and cinnamon add flair to homemade vanilla ice cream. Source: EatingWell Magazine, July/August 2008

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Homemade Vanilla Ice Cream

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Here's a simple recipe for low-fat vanilla ice cream. Our version has all the richness you'll need but about 90 fewer calories than store-bought premium ice cream and a whopping 15 grams less total fat and 10 grams less saturated fat per serving. Source: EatingWell Magazine, July/August 2008

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Rhubarb & Honey Ice Cream

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This rich homemade ice cream recipe was inspired by Linnalla Pure Irish Ice Cream in County Clare, Ireland. They add carrageenan made from local seaweed to give the ice cream a more velvety texture. We've simplified the recipe for home, relying on only egg yolks and cream to do the job. Chopped honeycomb pieces add texture and pops of pure honey flavor, but feel free to omit them if you prefer a simpler ice cream. This ice cream would be delicious with rhubarb pie or crumble, or all on its own. Source: EatingWell Magazine, April 2019

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Homemade Chocolate Ice Cream

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Here's a simple recipe for low-fat chocolate ice cream. Our version has all the richness you'll need but about 90 fewer calories than store-bought premium ice cream and a whopping 15 grams less total fat and 10 grams less saturated fat per serving. Source: EatingWell Magazine, July/August 2008

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Brown Sugar & Toasted Almond Ice Cream

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In a world of designer ice creams, sometimes the simplest can be the best. The full-bodied flavors of brown sugar combined with nutty toasted almonds are all it takes to give this easy-to-make frozen treat a sophisticated distinction. The alcohol in the base mixture acts like an “anti-freeze,” reducing the icy texture sometimes associated with lower-fat ice cream. For a little extra indulgence, try topping a scoop with some crumbled gingersnaps. Source: EatingWell Magazine, July/August 2010

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Double-Berry Ice Cream

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Frozen strawberries and raspberries team up in this 1-carb-choice sweet dessert for kids and diabetics. Source: Diabetic Living Magazine

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Strawberry-Chocolate Ice Cream

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Chopped strawberries and cocoa nibs are a colorful addition to vanilla ice cream. Source: EatingWell Magazine, July/August 2008

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Avocado Ice Cream

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This is a creamy, refreshing dairy-free dessert Rick Bayless has served in his restaurant Frontera Grill for years. Source: EatingWell Magazine, March/April 2010

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Raspberry-Chocolate Almond Ice Cream

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Owning an ice cream maker means you can create specialty ice cream flavors at home, for a fraction of what you'd pay at your local ice cream shop. This almond ice cream is a real treat, bursting with chunks of raspberries, slivered almonds, and dark chocolate pieces. Source: Diabetic Living Magazine

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Cherry & White Chocolate Chunk Ice Cream

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Chunks of white chocolate and cherries make homemade chocolate ice cream even more decadent. Source: EatingWell Magazine, July/August 2008

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Milk Chocolate-Berry Ice Cream

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There is nothing like homemade ice cream! This recipe is flavored with milk chocolate and fresh strawberries making it a refreshing and uniquely delicious treat. Source: Diabetic Living Magazine

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Chocolate Ice Cream

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Although most diabetic recipes call for fat-free milk, this tasty pleaser is an exception. It's important to use whole milk so the ice cream will have enough fat for a creamy texture. Source: Diabetic Living Magazine

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Chocolate Cookie & Walnut Crunch Ice Cream

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Chocolate wafer cookies and toasted walnuts are a delightful way to jazz up chocolate ice cream. Source: EatingWell Magazine, July/August 2008

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Toasted Coconut & Almond Ice Cream

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Toasted coconut and almonds add a flavorful dimension to plain vanilla ice cream. Source: EatingWell Magazine, July/August 2008

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