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No-Churn Grape Ice-Cream Recipe

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This No-Churn Grape Ice Cream recipe offers a refreshing, homemade treat using fresh red grapes transformed into a sweet grape syrup that infuses condensed milk and cream. It’s an easy, freezer-friendly dessert that combines natural fruit flavors with creamy texture without the need for an ice cream maker.

Ingredients

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For the Grape Syrup

  • 1.5kg red grapes, stalks removed
  • 500g caster sugar
  • Up to 120ml grape syrup, plus extra to serve

For the Ice Cream

  • 1 (397g) tin condensed milk
  • 300ml double cream
  • 60ml grape syrup (from above, or to taste)
  • Grapes, to serve

Instructions

  1. Make the Grape Syrup: Place the grapes in a large saucepan with the lid on and cook over medium heat. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 20 minutes until the grapes break down and release their juices. Occasionally mash the grapes after about 5 minutes to help release juice without adding water.
  2. Strain the Juice: Pour the grape mixture into a sieve lined with muslin cloth or use a jelly strainer over a bowl. Let the juice drip through for about an hour to separate it from the solids.
  3. Cook the Syrup: Transfer the strained grape juice back to a saucepan, add caster sugar, and gently heat to dissolve. Increase heat and simmer for 10 minutes until syrup thickens. Pour hot syrup into sterilized jars or bottles and let it cool completely. This should yield about 1 liter of grape syrup.
  4. Prepare the Ice Cream Base: In a mixing bowl, combine the condensed milk and double cream. Whisk until soft peaks form, ensuring a light and airy texture.
  5. Flavor the Ice Cream: Gradually stir in about 60ml of the grape syrup, tasting as you go to balance a rich grape flavor without it becoming overly sweet. Whisk again to soft peaks once well combined.
  6. Freeze: Spoon the mixture into freezer containers or tubs. Freeze overnight to set into ice cream without the need for churning.
  7. Serve: Scoop the ice cream into bowls, drizzle with extra grape syrup, and garnish with fresh grapes for a refreshing finish.

Notes

  • Use ripe, juicy red grapes for the best natural sweetness and flavor.
  • The syrup can be kept refrigerated in sterilized jars for several weeks and used in drinks or as a dessert topping.
  • Taste the ice cream mixture before freezing to adjust sweetness because freezing dulls flavors.
  • This recipe does not require an ice cream maker, making it simple and accessible.
  • Ensure containers are airtight to prevent ice crystals during freezing.

Keywords: no churn, grape ice cream, homemade ice cream, fruit syrup, easy dessert, grape syrup, summer dessert

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