Pineapple Ice Cream

Aug 29, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

Dessert Ice cream frozen desserts Vanilla: Beans Medium

Two generous scoops of pineapple ice cream in a shallow ceramic bowl, softly melting at the edges

Creamy pineapple ice cream infused with real vanilla bean, balancing tropical fruit sweetness with warm vanilla aroma for a refreshing frozen treat.

Prep 30 min

Cook 10 min

Cooling 4 hr 45 min

Total 5 hr 25 min

Servings 8

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Ingredients

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servings

1 ½ cups (360.0 g)fresh pineapple chunks
2.0 cups (480.0 ml)heavy cream
1.0 cup (240.0 ml)whole milk
¾ cup (150.0 g)granulated sugar
1.0vanilla bean, split and scraped
⅛ tsp (0.8 g)fine sea salt
1.0 tbsp (15.0 ml)fresh lemon juice

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Instructions

Place fresh pineapple chunks in a blender and purée until smooth. Strain through a fine mesh sieve to remove fibrous pieces, reserving about 1 1/2 cups (360 ml) of smooth pineapple purée.
In a medium saucepan, combine the heavy cream, whole milk, granulated sugar, vanilla bean seeds and pod, and fine sea salt. Warm over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until sugar dissolves and mixture reaches 170°F (77°C), just before simmering.
Remove from heat and let the vanilla infuse for 15 minutes. Remove the vanilla bean pod and discard.
Stir the pineapple purée and fresh lemon juice into the cooled vanilla cream mixture. Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or until thoroughly cold.
Pour the chilled mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions, about 30-45 minutes, until it reaches soft-serve consistency.
Transfer the ice cream to an airtight container and freeze for at least 3 hours to firm up before serving.

Tips

Use a fresh vanilla bean for the most intense, natural vanilla flavor in the ice cream base.
Adjust the amount of lemon juice to balance the pineapple’s sweetness and brighten the flavor.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make pineapple ice cream?

Plan on 30 minutes of prep and 10 minutes of cooking, plus 4 hours 45 minutes to chill and freeze. The recipe makes about 1 quart (8 servings).

How should I store pineapple ice cream?

Store leftover ice cream in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 1 week. Let soften at room temperature for 5-10 minutes before scooping.

Can I make pineapple ice cream ahead?

The ice cream base can be prepared and chilled up to 24 hours ahead for convenience.

Can I use a different form of vanilla?

Yes. This recipe uses 1 vanilla bean, split and scraped. Each teaspoon of pure vanilla extract can be swapped for 1 teaspoon of vanilla bean paste, the seeds of half a vanilla bean, or 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla powder. Paste and seeds add the classic dark specks.

Creamy pineapple ice cream infused with real vanilla bean, balancing tropical fruit sweetness with warm vanilla aroma for a refreshing frozen treat.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 8 servings this recipe makes.

317 Calories / serving

22.5g Fat

28.4g Carbs

2.6g Protein

26.5g Sugar

Whole recipe (8 servings): ~2536 cal · 180g fat · 227g carbs · 21g protein · 212g sugar

Estimated values per serving, calculated from standard ingredient data. Not verified Nutrition Facts; actual values vary with brands, measurements, and preparation.

Per serving · 317 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

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Walking uphill or incline treadmill 43 min·2.2 mi·~4300 steps
Moderate cycling 32 min·6.4 mi
Swimming laps 44 min
Jogging 31 min·2.6 mi·~4950 steps
Stair climbing 29 min·~2600 steps
Dancing 52 min
Bodyweight circuit training 32 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 74 min

Rough estimates for one serving, based on standard MET values at about 155 lb. Your own burn depends on body size, effort, and fitness. Shown for context only — food is not something you have to earn.