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    Home » Recipes » Baking & Desserts

    Homemade Raspberry Rhubarb Ice Cream

    Published: Jun 23, 2021 · Modified: Jun 20, 2022 by Jeri Walker · This post may contain affiliate links · 8 Comments

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    This Homemade Raspberry Rhubarb Ice Cream is the perfect refreshing treat to enjoy this summer. It is a beautiful pink color and is so creamy and full of flavor. It is made with fresh rhubarb, juicy raspberries, and real cream. The sweet raspberries complement the tart rhubarb perfectly. Only 5 ingredients are needed to make this wholesome and natural ice cream.

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    This is another one of our favorite recipes to use rhubarb and raspberries that we grow on our farm. We have 5 rhubarb plants, 2 of which are at least 60 years old and still producing, and a large raspberry patch that produces big, juicy berries every summer. So what I don't use in the summer gets frozen for use all year long.

    I love having frozen rhubarb and raspberries in the freezer; that way, I always have enough to make Homemade Raspberry Rhubarb Freezer Jam and Strawberry Rhubarb Cream Cheese Muffins all year long.

    Three scoops of raspberry rhubarb ice cream in a white bowl with an ice cream scooper beside it on the white counter
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    • Why we love to make this ice cream
    • Is this ice cream healthy?
    • Ingredients for homemade ice cream
    • Equipment
    • How to make homemade ice cream
    • How to serve the ice cream
    • Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
    • More sweet summer treats to try
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    Why we love to make this ice cream

    OMG! Homemade ice cream is the absolute best! It is rich, creamy, and flavorful. Once you have homemade ice cream, you may never repurchase store-bought ice cream.

    Homemade ice cream is far cheaper than store-bought ice cream, plus there are no artificial additives, preservatives, or colors. Instead, it is made with all-natural ingredients.

    Is this ice cream healthy?

    Well, ice cream is a sweet and refreshing treat that is totally fine to enjoy in moderation. It is high in fat and contains some sugar, but it is made with wholesome, real ingredients; it is healthier than store-bought ice cream.

    • This homemade ice cream recipe includes real, whole fruit - grown on our farm, so we know it is organic. In addition, the raspberry rhubarb ice cream is an all-natural flavor and does not contain any artificial flavoring.
    • This ice cream is made with real cream - which contains protein, calcium, and vitamins.
    • This homemade ice cream has no refined sugar. We like to let the fresh taste of the berries shine through. We don't want to squash their flavor by overpowering it with sugar.

    Ingredients for homemade ice cream

    Ingredients needed to make raspberry rhubarb ice cream on a wood table

    Only 5 ingredients are needed to make this delicious homemade raspberry rhubarb ice cream.

    • Half-and-half, 10% milkfat.
    • Table cream, 18% milkfat.
    • Rhubarb, chopped. You can use fresh or frozen rhubarb.
    • Raspberries. You can use fresh or frozen raspberries.
    • Cane sugar. You can also use coconut sugar or your preferred sweetener.

    Equipment

    To make this recipe for homemade ice cream, you will need:

    • A food processor
    • An ice cream maker. I use an ice cream attachment for my KitchenAid mixer. I have had it for 7 years and LOVE it!
    • Plastic wrap
    Three scoops of raspberry rhubarb ice cream on a white plate with fresh raspberries beside it

    How to make homemade ice cream

    For exact measurements of ingredients and detailed instructions, see the recipe card below.

    Making homemade ice cream is super easy, but there are a few tips to make it the best ice cream ever.

    It is essential to cook the fruit first, which will result in silky smooth ice cream. Some people cook their fruit in a pot on the stove, but I find there is still too much moisture in the fruit. When it freezes, there may be chunks of frozen water in your ice cream, and no one wants that!

    First, wash the raspberries and rhubarb, chop up the rhubarb into 1-inch pieces, and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Sprinkle a tablespoon of sugar over the fruit, bake it for 30 minutes at 325 degrees F. Stir the fruit, and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes. The fruit needs to be soft, not crispy. Because all ovens do not cook the same, check the fruit periodically to make sure it doesn't cook too long. You don't want any crunchy bits in the ice cream.

    Sliced rhubarb and raspberries on parchement paper on a cookie sheet
    Cooked rhubarb and raspberries on parchment paper on cookie sheet

    Remove fruit from the oven and place it in a food processor. Pulse the cooked fruit for just a few seconds. Next, add the sugar. Start with the lower amount of sugar and adjust to taste if needed, as rhubarb can vary in its level of tartness. The heat from the fruit will help to melt the sugar. Pulse the fruit with the sugar until the mixture is smooth. At this point, the mixture will have cooled down enough that you can now add the cream.

    Baked rhubarb and raspberries in food processor
    Cane sugar added to the rhubarb and raspberries in the food processor

    Add in cream slowly to the food processor. After that, you may need to stop blending the mixture if the fruit is sticking to the side of the food processor and use a spatula to scrape the fruit away from the sides and bottom of the machine. Continue to blend the mixture in the food processor until it is smooth and mixed thoroughly.

    Raspberry and rhubarb blended with the sugar in the food processor
    Cream added to the raspberry rhubarb and sugar mixture and blended until smooth

    Set up the chilled ice cream maker according to the manufacturer's directions. My ice cream maker is an attachment for my KitchenAid stand mixer. It needs to sit in the freezer for a minimum of 24 hours before I use it. After each time I use it, I store it in the freezer, ready to go anytime we crave homemade ice cream.

    Turn on your ice cream maker, and slowly pour the cream and fruit mixture into it. Set a timer for 25 minutes.

    Tip: I cannot pour out the mixture from the food processor into the ice cream maker without making a mess, so I always pour it into a 16-cup measuring cup with a spout to not waste any delicious ice cream. 😊

    After the 25 minutes is up, the ice cream is the consistency of soft-serve ice cream, so we want it to firm up slightly. Using a spatula, scoop out the raspberry rhubarb ice cream and place it into an 8 x 11-inch baking dish—Smooth the top of it with your spatula. Place a sheet of plastic wrap directly on the ice cream and smooth it down to prevent ice from forming. Lay another piece of plastic wrap over the baking dish. Place it in the freezer on a level surface. Freeze for a minimum of 6 hours or longer before serving.

    Homemade ice cream in the ice cream maker
    Homemade ice cream in baking dish with raspberries sprinkled on top

    How to serve the ice cream

    This is the fun part, there are so many delicious ways to serve homemade ice cream:

    • Serve in bowls.
    • Serve in ice cream cones.
    • Place some scoops in a waffle bowl.
    • Place a scoop on some cake.
    • Serve a scoop of ice cream on some homemade pie.
    • Serve with extra raspberries on top.
    • Top with whip cream and sprinkles for a sundae.
    Homemade ice cream made with ice cream maker on a white board with an ice cream scoop, and 2 ice cream cones filled with fresh raspberries beside it

    Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

    Can you use milk instead of cream for ice cream?

    You can use any milk to make ice cream. Ideally, you want ingredients with a high-fat content because this will give it its creamy texture when cooled. Lower fat milk is not as creamy, and more ice crystals form when it is frozen.

    How do you make sure homemade ice cream tastes better?

    Do not store ice cream in the freezer near foods with strong scents, such as fish, pizza, or near casseroles with onions and garlic.

    Is it cheaper to make your own ice cream or buy it?

    Well, the cream is the most expensive item to buy when making homemade ice cream. You can buy ice cream for quite cheap, but it is not made with high-quality ingredients. However, if you buy ice cream made with high-quality ingredients, it is quite pricey. Therefore, I find that it is far cheaper to make our own ice cream than buy it, plus you know it is made with wholesome ingredients.

    Raspberry rhubarb ice cream in a white bowl with an ice cream scoop and a pan of ice cream beside it on a white countertop

    More sweet summer treats to try

    • How To Make The Best Orange Julius
    • How To Make Delicious Iced Coffee At Home
    • Strawberry Rhubarb Cream Cheese Muffins

    If you’ve tried this Homemade Raspberry Rhubarb Ice Cream or any other recipe, please take a moment to rate the recipe and leave a comment letting me know how you liked it. I love hearing from you!

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    Raspberry rhubarb ice cream in a white bowl with fresh raspberries in a cone beside it.

    Homemade Raspberry Rhubarb Ice Cream

    This Homemade Raspberry Rhubarb Ice Cream is one of our favorite treats to enjoy in the summer. It is a beautiful light pink color and is so creamy and full of flavor. It is made with fresh rhubarb and juicy raspberries, real cream, with just the right amount of sweetness. The sweet raspberries complement the tart rhubarb perfectly. Only 5 ingredients are needed to make this wholesome and natural ice cream.
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    Course: Dessert
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Cook Time: 35 minutes
    Churn time: 25 minutes
    Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
    Servings: 6 people
    Calories: 362kcal
    Author: Jeri Walker
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    Equipment

    • Ice cream maker
    • Food processor

    Ingredients

    • 1½ cups raspberries fresh or frozen
    • 1 cup rhubarb, chopped fresh or frozen
    • 2 cups half-and-half 10% milkfat
    • 2 cups table cream 18% milkfat
    • ½-1 cup cane sugar coconut sugar, or sugar of your choice

    Instructions

    • Wash the raspberries and rhubarb, chop up the rhubarb into 1-inch pieces, and place the fruit on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Sprinkle a tablespoon of sugar over the fruit.
    • Bake the fruit for 30 minutes at 325 degrees F. Stir the fruit, and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes. The fruit needs to be soft, not crispy. Because all ovens do not cook the same, check it periodically to make sure it doesn't cook too long.
    • Remove the baked fruit from the oven and place it in a food processor. Pulse the cooked fruit for just a few seconds.
    • Next, add the sugar. Start with the lower amount of sugar and adjust to taste if needed, as rhubarb can vary in its level of tartness. The heat from the fruit will help to melt the sugar. Pulse the fruit with the sugar until the mixture is smooth. At this point, the mixture will have cooled down enough that you can now add the cream.
    • Add the cream slowly to the fruit mixture in the food processor. You may need to stop blending the mixture if the fruit is sticking to the side of the food processor and use a spatula to scrape the fruit away from the sides and bottom of the machine. Then, blend the mixture in the food processor until it is smooth and mixed thoroughly.
    • Set up the chilled ice cream maker according to the manufacturer's directions. Turn on the ice cream maker, and slowly pour the blended ice cream mixture into it. Set a timer for 25 minutes.
    • After the 25 minutes is up, the ice cream is the consistency of soft-serve ice cream, so we want it to firm up slightly. Using a spatula, scoop out the raspberry rhubarb ice cream and place it into an 8 x 11-inch baking dish and smooth the top of it with the spatula. Place a sheet of plastic wrap directly on the ice cream and smooth it down to prevent ice from forming. Lay another piece of plastic wrap over the baking dish. Place it in the freezer on a level surface. Freeze for a minimum of 6 hours or longer before serving.
    • That is all there is to it! Enjoy your homemade ice cream!

    Notes

    Nutritional information is approximate and is meant as a guideline only.
    Storage:  Store leftovers in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 2 weeks.
    Tip: I cannot pour out the mixture from the food processor into the ice cream maker without making a mess, so I always pour it into a 16-cup measuring cup with a spout to not waste any delicious ice cream. 😊

    Nutrition

    Calories: 362kcal | Carbohydrates: 32.2g | Protein: 6.1g | Fat: 25.5g | Saturated Fat: 15.4g | Cholesterol: 83mg | Sodium: 67mg | Potassium: 431mg | Fiber: 7.7g | Sugar: 16.9g | Calcium: 207mg | Iron: 1mg
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    Comments

    1. Mihaela | https://theworldisanoyster.com/

      June 26, 2021 at 3:44 am

      5 stars
      This is the best homemade ice cream recipe I have seen yet!

      Reply
      • Jeri

        July 01, 2021 at 12:50 pm

        Thank you so much, Mihaela! We love it!

        Reply
    2. Linda

      June 26, 2021 at 12:36 am

      5 stars
      I'm so excited about this recipe! It's so refreshingly good and easy to make. Definitely a must-make every summer!

      Reply
      • Jeri

        July 01, 2021 at 12:51 pm

        Thanks, Linda! We make it quite often!

        Reply
    3. Kayla DiMaggio

      June 25, 2021 at 7:37 am

      5 stars
      I loved all the flavors of this! I love that there are only 5 ingredients, store bought ice cream has so many and I feel guilty eating it. I loved this!

      Reply
      • Jeri

        July 01, 2021 at 12:51 pm

        I'm so glad you liked it, Kayla!

        Reply
    4. Anaiah

      June 25, 2021 at 1:48 am

      5 stars
      I love all the flavors in this strawberry rhubarb ice cream! Since there are only 5 ingredients in this recipe, I don't feel guilty eating a big bowl of it, haha.

      Reply
      • Geetanjali Tung

        June 25, 2021 at 6:05 am

        5 stars
        What a delicious ice cream! Full of flavgor!

        Reply

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