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Bowl of delicious rhubarb vanilla ice cream topped with fresh rhubarb

Delicious Rhubarb Vanilla Ice Cream

A refreshing ice cream combining the sweetness of vanilla with the tartness of rhubarb, perfect for summer gatherings.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 5 heures 30 minutes
Course Dessert, Frozen Treat
Cuisine American, Homemade
Servings 6 servings
Calories 300 kcal

Ingrédients
  

Ice Cream Base

  • 2 cups heavy cream Use fresh for best results.
  • 1 cup whole milk Chill before use.
  • 3/4 cup sugar Adjust sweetness to taste.
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt Enhances flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Use pure for better flavor.
  • 1 cup rhubarb jam Can substitute with other fruit jams.

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Gather all your ingredients and ensure heavy cream and whole milk are well-chilled.

Cooking the Base

  • In a medium saucepan, combine heavy cream, whole milk, sugar, and salt. Heat over medium, stirring frequently until the sugar dissolves, but do not let it boil.
  • Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.

Cooling and Refrigerating

  • Let the mixture cool at room temperature for 30 minutes.
  • Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight.

Churning

  • Pour the chilled mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to manufacturer’s instructions for 20-25 minutes.
  • In the last minutes of churning, gradually add the rhubarb jam.

Freezing

  • Transfer the ice cream to an airtight container, smooth the top, and cover the surface with parchment paper.
  • Freeze for at least 4-6 hours until firm.

Serving

  • Scoop into bowls or cones and enjoy!

Notes

For a dairy-free version, replace heavy cream and whole milk with coconut cream and almond milk. Customize sweetness and jam flavor as desired.
Keyword Frozen Treat, Homemade Ice Cream, Rhubarb Ice Cream, Summer Dessert, Vanilla Ice Cream