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Summer Strawberry Shortcake Ice Cream Recipe

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This Summer Strawberry Shortcake Ice Cream recipe combines sweet strawberries, buttery shortcake chunks, and creamy vanilla ice cream for a refreshing summer dessert. Perfect for hot days, this homemade treat is bursting with flavor and texture. Easy to make and loved by all ages, it's a seasonal must-have.

 

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups heavy cream

  • 1 cup whole milk

  • ¾ cup granulated sugar

  • 1 tbsp vanilla extract

  • 1½ cups fresh strawberries, chopped

  • 2 tbsp sugar (for macerating strawberries)

  • 1 cup shortcake or pound cake, cut into small cubes

  • Optional: pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, combine strawberries and 2 tbsp sugar. Let sit for 20–30 minutes to release juices.

  2. In a separate bowl, whisk heavy cream, milk, sugar, vanilla extract, and salt until sugar is dissolved.

  3. Fold in macerated strawberries (with juice).

  4. Pour mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to manufacturer’s instructions (typically 20–25 minutes).

  5. During the last 5 minutes of churning, add cake cubes.

  6. Transfer to a freezer-safe container and freeze for at least 4 hours before serving.

Notes

  • Use ripe, sweet strawberries for best flavor.

  • Pound cake or angel food cake also works well.

  • For stronger flavor, roast the strawberries before adding.

  • Keeps well in the freezer up to 2 weeks.

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