Description

Enjoy a creamy and refreshing homemade Lemon Blueberry Cheesecake Ice Cream that’s bursting with fresh lemon zest, tangy lemon juice, and sweet blueberries. This no-bake frozen dessert combines the richness of cream cheese with the bright flavors of lemon and fresh fruit, perfect for a delightful treat on warm days.

Ingredients

Scale

Base Ingredients

8 ounces Cream Cheese (Ensure it’s fully softened for easy mixing.)
1 cup Granulated Sugar (Brown sugar can be used for a deeper flavor.)
1 cup Heavy Cream (Light cream can be substituted, but it may affect richness.)
1 cup Whole Milk (You can use 2% milk for a lighter version.)
1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract (Use pure vanilla extract for best results.)
1 tablespoon Lemon Zest (Fresh zest is preferred for maximum flavor.)
⅓ cup Fresh Lemon Juice (Bottled juice can be used in a pinch.)
1 pinch Salt (Enhances flavor balance.)

Fruit

1 cup Fresh Blueberries (Frozen blueberries can work if fresh ones are unavailable.)

Instructions

Beat Cream Cheese: In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to beat the softened cream cheese until it is smooth and creamy, which will take about 2 minutes.
Add Sugar: Gradually incorporate the granulated sugar into the cream cheese while mixing on low speed until the mixture is well blended and smooth.
Mix Dairy: Pour in the heavy cream and whole milk, then mix on medium speed until the mixture is fully blended and starts to thicken, approximately 2 to 3 minutes.
Add Flavorings: Add the vanilla extract, fresh lemon zest, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt to the mixture. Mix on low speed until all ingredients are fully incorporated.
Fold in Blueberries: Using a spatula, gently fold the fresh blueberries into the ice cream base to evenly distribute the fruit without crushing it.
Refrigerate Mixture: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the mixture for 2 to 4 hours to chill thoroughly before churning.
Churn Ice Cream: Pour the chilled mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions until it reaches a soft-serve consistency.
Freeze Fully: Transfer the churned ice cream into an airtight container and freeze for at least 4 hours to firm up.
Serve: Before serving, allow the ice cream to sit at room temperature for about 5 minutes to soften slightly for easy scooping.

Notes

For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with light cream and whole milk with 2% milk.
Brown sugar can be used in place of granulated sugar for a richer flavor.
Frozen blueberries are a suitable alternative if fresh berries are not available.
Ensure cream cheese is completely softened to avoid lumps in the ice cream base.
Do not skip the chilling time before churning to achieve the best texture.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: No-Cook
Cuisine: American

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