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Tropical Guava Ice Cream

Tropical Guava Ice Cream: A Sweet No-Churn Delight

This Tropical Guava Ice Cream is a refreshing no-churn dessert made with ripe guava, perfect for warm evenings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Initial Freezing Time 45 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 scoops
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Tropical
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Ice Cream Base
  • 2 cups ripe guava puree Use fully ripe guavas for optimal sweetness.
  • 1 cup heavy cream Can be substituted with coconut cream for a dairy-free version.
  • 1 cup whole milk Substitute with almond milk for a lighter option.
  • ½ cup granulated sugar Adjust based on the sweetness of the guavas.
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice Lime juice can be used for a different citrus profile.
  • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract Vanilla paste is a good alternative.
Optional Additions
  • ¼ cup guava jam Adds depth to the flavor and enhances the tropical experience.
  • 1 tsp lime zest Provides an additional zing to the ice cream.

Equipment

  • Blender
  • mixing bowl
  • metal pan
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare guava puree by peeling and coring ripe guavas, then blending until smooth.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk sugar, lemon juice, and vanilla extract until sugar dissolves, then mix in guava puree.
  3. Pour in heavy cream and milk, blending until smooth to achieve a creamy texture.
  4. Pour the mixture into a shallow pan and freeze for about 45 minutes.
  5. Stir the mixture every 30 minutes for 2 hours to achieve a smooth texture.
  6. Optionally fold in guava jam before final freezing for 1 to 2 hours until firm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1scoopCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 70mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

This ice cream is perfect for any occasion and can be customized by adding unique flavors like rum or ginger.

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