Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup crushed graham crackers
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 can (20 oz) crushed pineapple, drained
- 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups heavy cream
Special equipment needed:
- Ice cream maker
- Food processor or blender
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a food processor or blender, pulse the graham crackers until they are finely crushed. Add melted butter and sugar and pulse until well combined.
2. Press the graham cracker mixture into the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish. Bake at 350°F for 10 minutes, then let cool.
3. In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add the sweetened condensed milk, vanilla extract, and crushed pineapple. Mix until well combined.
4. In a separate mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
5. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until well combined.
6. Pour the mixture over the cooled graham cracker crust in the baking dish.
7. Freeze the mixture for at least 6 hours, or until firm.
8. Once the ice cream is frozen, scoop it into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions.
9. Transfer the churned ice cream to a freezer-safe container and freeze for at least 2 hours, or until firm.
Time:
Preparation time: 20 minutes
Cooking time: 10 minutes
Freezing time: 8 hours
Temperature:
Bake the graham cracker crust at 350°F.
Serving size:
This recipe makes 8 servings.
Nutritional information:
Calories per serving: 492
Fat: 34g
Carbohydrates: 45g
Protein: 6g
Sodium: 222mg
Sugar: 38g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Graham crackers can be substituted with any other type of cookie or cracker.
- Butter can be substituted with margarine or coconut oil.
- Granulated sugar can be substituted with brown sugar or honey.
- Crushed pineapple can be substituted with any other type of canned or fresh fruit.
- Cream cheese can be substituted with mascarpone or ricotta cheese.
- Sweetened condensed milk can be substituted with evaporated milk or coconut milk.
- Heavy cream can be substituted with whipped cream or coconut cream.
Variations:
- Add chopped nuts or chocolate chips to the graham cracker crust for extra texture.
- Use different types of fruit, such as mango or strawberry, instead of pineapple.
- Add a swirl of caramel or chocolate sauce to the ice cream before freezing.
- Top the ice cream with whipped cream and extra graham cracker crumbs before serving.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure the cream cheese is softened before mixing it with the other ingredients.
- Whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form for the best texture.
- Freeze the ice cream for at least 6 hours before churning it in the ice cream maker.
- Use a freezer-safe container to store the ice cream.
- Let the ice cream sit at room temperature for a few minutes before scooping it.
Storage instructions:
Store the ice cream in a freezer-safe container for up to 2 weeks.
Reheating instructions:
This ice cream does not need to be reheated.
Presentation ideas:
Serve the ice cream in a bowl or cone, topped with whipped cream and extra graham cracker crumbs.
Garnishes:
Garnish the ice cream with fresh fruit, chopped nuts, or chocolate chips.
Pairings:
This ice cream pairs well with fresh fruit or a slice of cheesecake.
Suggested side dishes:
This ice cream can be served as a dessert on its own.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the ice cream is too soft, freeze it for a few more hours before serving.
- If the ice cream is too hard, let it sit at room temperature for a few minutes before scooping it.
Food safety advice:
Make sure to use pasteurized dairy products and canned fruit that has been properly stored.
Food history:
Ice cream has been around for centuries, with the first recorded recipe dating back to the 4th century BC in Persia.
Flavor profiles:
This ice cream has a sweet and tangy flavor, with a creamy texture and a crunchy graham cracker crust.
Serving suggestions:
Serve this ice cream as a refreshing dessert on a hot summer day.
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Taste: Sweet, Creamy, Tangy, Pineapple, Pineapple-Flavored