🍦 Blueberry Swirl Cheesecake Ice Cream
No-Churn | Makes ~1.5 Quarts
A dreamy, creamy summer indulgence with the richness of cheesecake and the tangy sweetness of blueberries.
🌟 Introduction:
Blueberry Swirl Cheesecake Ice Cream combines two beloved desserts into one irresistible frozen treat. Rich cream cheese base, juicy homemade blueberry compote, and velvety vanilla come together for a luxurious, no-churn dessert. Whether you’re cooling off on a hot day or celebrating with loved ones, this ice cream is an experience of pure joy.
🧾 Ingredients:
Ice Cream Base:
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 (8 oz) block cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup powdered sugar (for smooth texture)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Blueberry Swirl:
- 1 ½ cups fresh or frozen blueberries
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
- 2 tbsp water
🥣 Instructions & Methods:
1. Make the Blueberry Swirl:
- In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine blueberries, sugar, lemon juice, and water.
- Cook for 8–10 minutes, gently mashing some berries with a spoon.
- If desired, stir in cornstarch to thicken.
- Let the compote simmer until slightly syrupy. Cool completely.
2. Prepare the Ice Cream Base:
- In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth.
- Add granulated sugar, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Mix well.
- Slowly add whole milk, whisking until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whip heavy cream to stiff peaks.
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until fully combined.
3. Assemble:
- Pour half of the ice cream base into a freezer-safe container.
- Drizzle half of the blueberry compote on top. Swirl lightly with a knife or skewer.
- Repeat with remaining base and blueberry swirl.
- Cover and freeze for at least 6 hours, preferably overnight.
📜 History:
Cheesecake has origins dating back to ancient Greece, while ice cream emerged in Persia and China before evolving in Italy and France. Combining the two is a modern culinary marvel—no-churn methods have popularized homemade versions, making gourmet ice cream accessible to everyone.
💪 Benefits:
- No-Churn Convenience – No ice cream maker needed.
- Antioxidants – Blueberries are rich in vitamins C & K.
- Calcium-Rich – Cream, milk, and cream cheese support bone health.
- Mood-Boosting – Cold sweets + fruit = happy brain!
🧪 Formation (How it Comes Together):
The no-churn method relies on whipped cream for airiness and cream cheese for structure. The sugars dissolve to prevent crystallization, while the blueberry swirl introduces tang and color. Swirling layers creates aesthetic marbling and balanced flavor in every bite.
🧑🤝🧑 Lovers of This Dessert:
- Cheesecake lovers craving a new form.
- Ice cream enthusiasts wanting something elevated.
- Kids and families who enjoy fruity, rich treats.
- No-bake dessert fans looking for easy elegance.
🧬 Nutrition (per serving, approx. ½ cup):
- Calories: ~280
- Fat: ~22g
- Carbohydrates: ~18g
- Protein: ~3g
- Sugar: ~15g
- Calcium & antioxidants from dairy and fruit
(Note: values are estimates.)
🏁 Final Conclusion:
Blueberry Swirl Cheesecake Ice Cream isn’t just a dessert—it’s a celebration of summer’s best flavors in a silky, no-fuss format. Perfect for sharing or solo indulgence, it’s a recipe worth repeating all season long.
❤️ Conclusion with Lovers:
This ice cream brings lovers of bold flavor, creamy textures, and vibrant fruit together. It’s the kind of dessert that sparks smiles, revives nostalgia, and becomes a family tradition. Whether spooned into a cone or savored from a bowl, it’s pure love—frozen.
Would you like a strawberry version next? 🍓