Discover the Delight of Neapolitan Ice Cream
This classic Neapolitan ice cream recipe delivers the beloved combination of vanilla, chocolate, and strawberry ice creams in one delightful dessert. Perfect for any occasion, this homemade treat is sure to impress with its creamy texture and distinct flavors.
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Imperial Quantity | Metric Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Heavy Cream | 4 cups | 960 ml |
| Whole Milk | 2 cups | 480 ml |
| Granulated Sugar | 1 ½ cups | 300 g |
| Vanilla Extract | 2 tsp | 10 ml |
| Cocoa Powder (unsweetened) | ½ cup | 40 g |
| Fresh Strawberries (hulled) | 1 pound | 454 g |
| Salt | ¼ tsp | 1 g |
Step-by-Step Directions
Layer & Freeze: Once each flavor is churned, layer them in a loaf pan or airtight container. Start with the vanilla at the bottom, then strawberry, and finally chocolate. Cover tightly and freeze for at least 4 hours, or until firm.Exporter vers Sheets
Base Preparation: In a medium saucepan, combine heavy cream, whole milk, and ½ cup of sugar. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until sugar is dissolved. Do not boil. Remove from heat and stir in a pinch of salt. Divide the mixture evenly into three separate bowls.
Vanilla Layer: In the first bowl, stir in the vanilla extract.
Strawberry Layer: In a blender, puree the strawberries until smooth. Stir the strawberry puree into the second bowl, along with ¼ cup of sugar.
Chocolate Layer: In the third bowl, whisk in the cocoa powder and the remaining ¼ cup of sugar until well combined.
Chill & Churn: Cover each bowl with plastic wrap, pressing it directly onto the surface of the mixture to prevent a skin from forming. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight, until completely chilled.
Freeze: Follow your ice cream maker’s instructions to churn each flavor separately. Start with vanilla, then strawberry, and lastly chocolate, cleaning the machine’s bowl in between each flavor if necessary. Churn each flavor until it reaches a soft-serve consistency.
Time Estimates
- Prep time: 30 minutes
- Chilling time: 2-24 hours
- Churning time: 20-30 minutes per flavor
- Freezing time: 4+ hours
- Total time: Approximately 8 hours (can vary based on chilling time)
Nutritional Information (per ½ cup serving)
- Calories: Approximately 250
- Servings: 10
- Carbs: 25g
- Protein: 4g
- Fats: 15g
- Sugar: 20g
- Fiber: 1g Note that this is only an approximation and the actual values may vary slightly
