Ice cream is undeniably delicious, and adding fresh cranberries only makes it better. This recipe will yield you a frozen treat as good as any you've had—it nails all the wonderful flavor, tanginess, creaminess, and texture of this irresistible dessert. The method is simple and straightforward, and grants you a bowl of tasty ice cream all made right at home.
Things You’ll Need
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1, 12 oz bag of cranberries
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1/2 cup water
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2 tbs fresh orange juice
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1/2 cup + 2 tbs granulated sugar
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zest of one small orange
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¾ tsp vanilla extract
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¼ tsp cinnamon
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â…› tsp ground cardamom
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2 cups heavy cream
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1, 14 oz can of condensed milk
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pinch kosher salt
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saucepan
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spatula
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1, 9×5-inch loaf pan
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plastic wrap
Step 1
Add the cranberries, water, orange juice, and sugar to a saucepan set over medium heat.
Step 2
Cook the cranberries, stirring often, until they begin to pop and thicken, about 10 minutes. Remove from heat and mix in the orange zest, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and cardamom.
Step 3
Transfer the cranberry sauce to a food processor or blender and blend until smooth. Transfer to a large bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and place in the refrigerator until cold.
Tip
If you prefer an ice cream without skins in it, simply pass the cranberry sauce through a fine mesh sieve before chilling.
Step 4
Add the heavy cream to a large bowl, and whisk until stiff peaks form. Set aside.
Step 5
Add the condensed milk to the cranberry puree and mix until combined. Add a small amount of the whipped cream to the condensed milk and gently fold together to lighten the mixture. Gently fold in the remaining whipped cream until just combined.
Step 6
Pour the mixture into a loaf pan, or an equal-sized container, and cover tightly with plastic wrap. Place the ice cream into the freezer until solid, about 6 hours, but preferably overnight.
Tip
When covering the ice cream, make sure that a layer of the plastic wrap touches the ice cream. This help prevents ice crystals from forming.
Step 7
Remove the ice cream from the freezer, and let sit at room temperature for a few minutes before serving. Once the ice cream has slightly softened, scoop and enjoy.
