CHOCOLATE CHERRY ALMOND ICE CREAM

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This is something I've been experimenting with lately, and it just keeps getting better and better. I think I finally have it down pat. Chocolate, cherries, almonds, what an amazing flavor combo. This is my new hit for the summer! Prep time includes freezing time.

Provided by Mirj2338

Categories     Frozen Desserts

Time 12h10m

Yield 2 1/2 quarts, 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 egg yolks
6 cups light cream, divided
2 cups sugar
2/3 cup cocoa
1 teaspoon almond extract
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup chopped maraschino cherry, drained
1 cup coarsely chopped almonds, toasted

Steps:

  • To toast the almonds, heat the oven to 350°F.
  • Spread the almonds in a thin layer in a shallow baking pan.
  • Bake 5 to 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until light golden brown.
  • Cool before using.
  • Beat egg yolks and 2 cups cream in a large bowl on low to medium speed of mixer, the set aside.
  • Stir together sugar and cocoa in a large saucepan.
  • Gradually stir in the egg yolk mixture.
  • Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture is very hot.
  • DO NOT BOIL!
  • Remove from heat and cool to room temperature.
  • Stir the remaining 4 cups cream, almond extract and vanilla into the chocolate mixture, blending well.
  • Cover and refrigerate mixture at least 6 hours.
  • Pour the chocolate mixture in your ice cream maker or a suitable piece of Tupperware.
  • Immediately fold in cherries and almonds.
  • Freeze for several hours or overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 357.1, Fat 23.8, SaturatedFat 11.7, Cholesterol 130.2, Sodium 68, Carbohydrate 32.2, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 25.6, Protein 5.9

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