Raspberry Ice Cream

Sep 21, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

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

Smooth, creamy raspberry ice cream made with fresh raspberries and aromatic vanilla bean for a balanced, refreshing flavor perfect for summer treats.

Prep 30 min

Cook 10 min

Cooling 5 hr

Total 5 hr 40 min

Servings 8

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Ingredients

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1 ½ cups (225.0 g)fresh raspberries
1.0 tbsp (12.0 g)granulated sugar, for raspberry purée
2.0 cups (480.0 ml)heavy cream
1.0 cup (240.0 ml)whole milk
¾ cup (150.0 g)granulated sugar
⅛ tsp (0.75 g)fine sea salt
1.0vanilla bean, split and scraped

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Instructions

Place the raspberries and 1 tablespoon sugar in a blender or food processor and blend until pureed.
Strain the puree through a fine-mesh sieve into a bowl to remove seeds; set aside.
In a medium saucepan, combine heavy cream, whole milk, remaining sugar, salt, and the scraped seeds plus the pod of the vanilla bean.
Heat mixture over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until sugar dissolves and mixture is hot but not boiling (around 170-175°F or 77-79°C).
Remove from heat and let steep with the vanilla bean pod for 15 minutes to infuse flavor.
Remove the vanilla pod and stir in the raspberry puree until fully incorporated.
Cover and refrigerate the ice cream base until thoroughly chilled, about 4 hours or overnight.
Once chilled, churn the mixture in an ice cream maker according to manufacturer's instructions, about 20-30 minutes.
Transfer churned ice cream to an airtight container and freeze for at least 1 hour to firm up before serving.

Tips

For a smoother texture, ensure the raspberry purée is carefully strained to remove all seeds.
Use a whole vanilla bean for a richer vanilla flavor compared to extract or paste.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make raspberry ice cream?

Plan on 30 minutes of prep and 10 minutes of cooking, plus 5 hours to chill and freeze. The recipe makes about 1 quart (8 servings).

How should I store raspberry ice cream?

Store the ice cream in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 2 weeks. Allow to soften at room temperature for 5-10 minutes before scooping.

Can I make raspberry ice cream ahead?

Prepare the ice cream base and refrigerate up to 24 hours before churning.

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.

Smooth, creamy raspberry ice cream made with fresh raspberries and aromatic vanilla bean for a balanced, refreshing flavor perfect for summer treats.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 8 servings this recipe makes.

314 Calories / serving

22.6g Fat

26.8g Carbs

2.8g Protein

24.7g Sugar

Whole recipe (8 servings): ~2512 cal · 181g fat · 214g carbs · 22g protein · 198g sugar

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

Per serving · 314 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 51 min
Bodyweight circuit training 32 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 73 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.