Fresh Strawberry Patch

Directions

1. 1Mash the strawberries to a chunky puree and stir them with the sweetened condensed milk.
2. 2Whisk in the whole milk, heavy cream, and vanilla until well combined.
3. 3Pour into a Creami pint under the max line, seal, and freeze flat for 24 hours.
4. 4Process on the ICE CREAM preset, using a Re-spin with a little milk if needed.
5. 5Make a well in the center, add the diced strawberries, and run the Mix-In program.
6. 6Scoop and enjoy immediately.

Tips

• Freeze your pint completely flat and level in the freezer; a tilted container can freeze unevenly and make spinning tougher.
• If your scoop comes out crumbly or icy after spinning, add a tablespoon of milk or cream, pop it back in the Creami, and run the program again for a smoother texture.
• Mash your fresh strawberries by hand or with a fork until juicy and broken down, but leave some small pieces for texture and strawberry flavor.

Variations

• Swap half the whole milk for Greek yogurt for a tangier, denser result that still freezes and spins smoothly.
• Use fresh lime juice instead of vanilla extract and reduce it to one teaspoon, then spin on Sorbet mode for a lighter strawberry-lime option.
• Fold in a handful of mini chocolate chips or crushed graham crackers right before freezing the pint for a texture surprise when you scoop.

FAQ

Can I make this lighter or lower in fat?

Yes, replace the heavy cream with half and half or whole milk only, but your texture will be less creamy and more sorbet-like when spun. You may need an extra splash of liquid when re-spinning if it comes out too icy.

My pint didn't freeze solid after 24 hours. What went wrong?

Your freezer may be too warm, sitting above 0 degrees Fahrenheit. Try freezing for a full 24 to 28 hours, and make sure the pint is pushed to the back where it's coldest.

Can I use frozen strawberries instead of fresh?

You can, but thaw and drain them completely first to remove excess ice crystals and liquid, then mash them. Too much liquid will prevent the pint from freezing solid.

How long does a spun pint stay creamy in the bowl?

It starts to melt quickly at room temperature, so eat it within 5 to 10 minutes of spinning for the best texture. You can transfer it to a regular bowl and eat it like soft serve if it melts a bit.

Nutrition

Per serving · makes about 2 servings · estimated