Description
Valentine Red Velvet Ice Cream is the ultimate romantic dessert, encapsulating the velvety richness of red velvet cake in a creamy scoop. This indulgent treat features chocolatey notes enhanced by vibrant red hues, making it perfect for special occasions or simply to savor at home. With straightforward ingredients and easy preparation steps, you’ll create something unforgettable that delights everyone. Enjoy this dreamy ice cream as a sweet gesture of love or a delightful self-indulgence.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tbsp red food coloring
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- ½ cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together heavy cream, whole milk, sugar, cocoa powder, red food coloring, and vanilla extract until smooth and lump-free.
- Cover and refrigerate the mixture for at least two hours to meld flavors.
- Pour the chilled mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to manufacturer instructions until soft-serve consistency (about 20-25 minutes).
- If using nuts, gently fold them into the mixture during the last few minutes of churning.
- Transfer churned ice cream into an airtight container and freeze for at least four hours until firm.
- Serve in bowls or cones and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Churning
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (120g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 65mg