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Cherry-Almond Ricotta Ice Cream

July 19, 2018 By Patricia 76 Comments

Cherry-Almond Ricotta Ice Cream is a tasty treat for the warm weather. With all the fresh fruit available during the summer months, why not use some to make your own ice cream? This recipe is a seasonal winner, for sure!

Cherry-Almond Ricotta Ice Cream is a delightful summer treat. Cherry-Almond Ricotta Ice Cream is lovely for the summer season.

I eat ice cream all year, no matter what the season — it just goes down so darn easy. When I first made this ice cream I had seen several ricotta ice cream recipes popping up, and I was dying to try one for myself.

If you love ice cream like I loooooove ice cream, try another of my ice cream recipes: there’s No Churn Lemon Pie Ice Cream (it’s the best of both worlds!) or these tasty Strawberry-Nutella Cookie Ice Cream Sandwiches. 

Cherry-Almond Ricotta Ice Cream is a treat during the warm weather. Cherry-Almond Ricotta Ice Cream is a tasty frozen treat!

You could also try this summery Peach, Lavender & Blackberry Ice Cream (the colors are so pretty, and it’s a delight).

Cherry-Almond Ricotta Ice Cream is a dessert to flip for. Cherry-Almond Ricotta Ice Cream is a wonderful summer dessert.

I wasn’t sure what fruit I wanted to use when I was thinking of this recipe, and I had picked up several options. Roaming through the produce aisles I came across mounds of beautiful claret cherries. How could I resist? I scooped up a bag full and knew they would be put to good use.

Coincidence seemed to nudge me to use the cherries for this ice cream. My mom happened to be in Italy just before I made this. She would usually FaceTime me in the a.m. with several cousins around to say hello!

Cherry-Almond Ricotta Ice Cream is a warm-weather dessert you'll love. Cherry-Almond Ricotta Ice Cream is a fabulous dessert!

I love to visit with everyone, but first thing in the morning is not my finest hour! I’m usually in need of more caffeine (BTW, my cousin Alessandro makes the best coffee drinks at their bakery in Italy). My hair is usually crazy. I’m not wearing a stitch of makeup. You get the picture.

But during one particular call, my mom was on her own and decided to show me all the beautiful fruit she had on hand, which included cherries. I started to connect some dots. Italy. Ice cream. Cherries. Ricotta cheese. And that’s how my Cherry-Almond Ricotta Ice Cream came to be!

Cherry-Almond Ricotta Ice Cream is a fabulous dessert for the season. Cherry-Almond Ricotta Ice Cream is a lovely dessert.

The almond flavor is a tried-and-true combo with cherries, and because I love chocolate with pretty much everything, I also added coarsely chopped chocolate chips to the mix. I topped off the ice cream with crumbles of almond biscotti.

The texture of this treat isn’t super-smooth like some other ice creams, but it has fabulous flavor. To me, this is a very Italian-inspired ice cream.

You should give Cherry-Almond Ricotta Ice Cream a try this season. It’s a delightful treat to make with the summer’s sweet cherries!

Cherry-Almond Ricotta Ice Cream is a fun dessert for the summer. Cherry-Almond Ricotta Ice Cream is a lovely summer dessert.

Patricia Conte/Grab a Plate

Serves Serves 4-6

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups ricotta cheese
  • 1 cup pitted cherries
  • 6 ounces heavy cream
  • 2/3 cup sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
  • Pinch salt
  • Optional: 1/4 cup chocolate chips, chopped

Instructions

  1. Before starting, be sure your ice cream maker freezer bowl has been in the freezer for the suggested amount of time based on the manufacturer's instructions.
  2. Add the ricotta cheese, sugar, salt, heavy cream, almond extract, and the pitted cherries to a food processor.
  3. Blend until combined and the cherries are broken down.
  4. Freeze in the ice cream maker for about 20 minutes (follow the instructions for your particular ice cream maker).
  5. If you're using chocolate chips, add them during the final 3-5 minutes of freezing.
  6. The ice cream will be thick, but somewhat soft. If you prefer a firmer consistency, freeze it in an airtight container for an additional hour or so.
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Comments

  1. Debi @ Life Currents says

    June 12, 2014 at 10:51 pm

    I love cherries. And I love ricotta. What a great combo. Oh, and ice cream is my favorite meal, er I mean dessert! Yummers!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      June 13, 2014 at 2:15 am

      Lol - I have a big sweet tooth and ice cream is a big part of my life :) Thanks for stopping by, Debi!
      Reply
  2. Cindy @ Hun What's for Dinner? says

    June 14, 2014 at 11:59 pm

    I really need to try making ice cream with ricotta, because this looks fabulous.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      June 15, 2014 at 4:50 pm

      Thanks so much, Cindy! Something a little different can be fun!
      Reply
  3. Katerina says

    June 15, 2014 at 4:32 am

    Who can say no to a delicious ice cream such as this one?
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      June 15, 2014 at 4:50 pm

      Thank you, Katerina! Ice cream is one of my faves :)
      Reply
  4. auntbeesrecipes says

    June 15, 2014 at 4:52 am

    You definitely got my attention with this one! There isn't much that can beat homemade ice cream! Yours looks sensational! <3
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      June 15, 2014 at 4:51 pm

      Thanks so much! Fun to make (more fun to enjoy)!
      Reply
  5. [email protected] says

    June 15, 2014 at 3:38 pm

    What a beautiful dessert Patricia!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      June 15, 2014 at 4:51 pm

      Thanks so much, Nancy!
      Reply
  6. Joanne/WineLadyCooks says

    July 2, 2014 at 1:05 am

    I too love ice cream and it doesn't matter if there is a blizzard out. Your cherry almond ricotta ice cream sounds delicious. Thanks for sharing your recipe. Pinned/shared. Joanne
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      July 3, 2014 at 1:13 am

      I'm with you, Joanne! I love it year round ;) Thanks for your kind words & for stopping by!
      Reply
  7. Katy says

    July 16, 2015 at 3:13 pm

    This looks so good! I wish I had some here to eat for breakfast! Katy http://www.alittledailyhappiness.com
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      July 16, 2015 at 6:07 pm

      Lol! Thanks so much, Katy!
      Reply
  8. Linda | Brunch with Joy says

    July 16, 2015 at 3:35 pm

    Like my husband, he loves eating ice cream and never skip a day without eating one. This ice cream will sure be one of his favorites. So creamy and looks so delicious!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      July 16, 2015 at 6:07 pm

      Haha! A fellow addict! Thanks, Linda!
      Reply
  9. Danae @ Recipe Runner says

    July 16, 2015 at 4:47 pm

    What a decadent and delicious ice cream! Cherry and almond are one of my favorite flavor combinations!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      July 16, 2015 at 6:06 pm

      Thanks, Danae! I can't pass up cherries in the summer!
      Reply
  10. Sarah Twain\ says

    July 16, 2015 at 6:58 pm

    holy guacamole get in my mouth
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      July 17, 2015 at 12:35 am

      Lol! I know, right, Sarah?!
      Reply
  11. Julie @ Willow Bird Baking says

    July 17, 2015 at 2:12 am

    Oooh I've never seen ricotta ice cream but it sounds and looks amazing!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      July 17, 2015 at 11:28 pm

      Hi Julie! Thanks so much! Hope you give this a try & enjoy!
      Reply
  12. Leah says

    July 17, 2015 at 4:39 am

    What a great combo! Lovely pictures!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      July 17, 2015 at 11:27 pm

      Thanks so much, Leah :)
      Reply
  13. Harriet Emily says

    July 17, 2015 at 9:30 am

    Cherries and almonds are such a delicious combination! I don't think I've ever tried them in an ice-cream before though - it sounds amazing! I know I've had cherry and almond fudge before and it was INCREDIBLE, so I can definitely see myself falling in love with that combo in an ice-cream! What a beautiful recipe. I'm definitely going to have to try this!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      July 17, 2015 at 11:27 pm

      Hi Harriet Emily - thanks for stopping by! I love summer's cherries & especially in ice cream!
      Reply
  14. Ashleigh says

    July 17, 2015 at 9:41 am

    This ice cream looks absolutely amazing! I will be trying this recipe for sure!! Thank you for sharing!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      July 17, 2015 at 11:25 pm

      Hi Ashleigh! Hope you enjoy it! Thanks for stopping by!
      Reply
  15. Julie @ Tastes of Lizzy T says

    July 17, 2015 at 10:20 am

    I don't think I"ve ever had ricotta icecream, but I can only imagine how rich and creamy it is!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      July 17, 2015 at 11:25 pm

      Hi Julie - Yes, for sure! :)
      Reply
  16. Kristi @ Inspiration Kitchen says

    July 17, 2015 at 1:48 pm

    What a super cute photo and that ice cream looks incredible!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      July 17, 2015 at 11:24 pm

      Thanks so much, Kristi!
      Reply
  17. Rachel @ Simple Seasonal says

    July 17, 2015 at 5:50 pm

    What a lovely looking ice cream. I've been in love with all things cherry this summer, and this looks amazing!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      July 17, 2015 at 11:24 pm

      Thanks, Rachel! I know -- cherries are the best!
      Reply
  18. Michelle @ The Complete Savorist says

    July 18, 2015 at 5:38 am

    We are on the same wavelength. I have been wanting to make one so I just got home from the story with ingredients to do a raspberry ricotta ice cream. I am loving your cherry almond flavor combo...wish I thought of it. ;-)
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      July 20, 2015 at 1:51 am

      Oh cool, Michelle! Can't wait to check out your recipe! Thanks :)
      Reply
  19. Howie Fox says

    July 18, 2015 at 8:08 pm

    Looks absolutely delicious! I'm also very curious about the almond extract! I wonder how it tastes. I'll have to check if it's available around here!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      July 20, 2015 at 1:50 am

      Thanks, Howie! Almond extract to me seems stronger than, say, vanilla. I like it, though!
      Reply
  20. [email protected] says

    July 19, 2015 at 10:18 pm

    Wow, this looks amazing. I am making this soon.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      July 20, 2015 at 1:49 am

      Thanks so much, Deepika! Hope you like it!
      Reply
  21. Marissa @ OMG FOOD says

    July 23, 2015 at 12:44 am

    Ooh, I love this combo of ricotta and cherry! Looks so refreshing, especially for the hot weather we've been having in Boston. Thanks for sharing!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      July 23, 2015 at 3:02 am

      Hi Marissa! Thanks so much! Yes, perfect for the heat!
      Reply
  22. Sabrina says

    July 16, 2016 at 3:15 pm

    What a rich, flavorful ice cream! Thanks for sharing!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      July 16, 2016 at 11:38 pm

      Thanks so much, Sabrina!
      Reply
  23. Laura says

    July 20, 2018 at 5:19 am

    Oh my gosh girl this looks absolutely incredible and so tasty especially with it being like 100° outside because Summer I really need this in my life it just sounds so refreshing but also kind a healthy as well thanks so much for sharing
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      July 31, 2018 at 11:23 am

      Thanks a bunch, Laura! It's really great for these H-O-T days!!
      Reply
  24. Ro says

    July 20, 2018 at 5:39 am

    This sounds really good! I can't eat anything like this right now because I'm on the Keto diet, but this looks amazing! I love ricotta and I love cherries. Thank you for sharing!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      July 31, 2018 at 11:22 am

      Thanks for your note, Ro!
      Reply
  25. Ashley says

    July 20, 2018 at 5:50 am

    This looks super delicious! I love ANYTHING with almonds, so I need to give this a try!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      July 31, 2018 at 11:22 am

      Thanks so much, Ashley! ENjoy!
      Reply
  26. Namra says

    July 20, 2018 at 6:45 am

    I’m always so impressed by all of you who make all these tasty food/sweets etc. I looooove ice cream too but don’t have a dresser bowl, would love to try this ice cream. The combo of cherries, almond and chocolate chip seems SO right!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      July 31, 2018 at 11:21 am

      Thanks so much for your kind words, Namra!
      Reply
  27. aisasami says

    July 20, 2018 at 8:47 am

    I love cherries and ricotta cheese. I want to try this but ricotta cheese is expensive here in Japan. I will try to make it for a special occasion.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      July 31, 2018 at 11:20 am

      Hi, Aisasami - thanks for your kind words. I hope you get a chance to try this one day!
      Reply
  28. Beth says

    July 20, 2018 at 11:13 am

    I had no idea that you could make ice cream with ricotta cheese. I'm not really a fan of cherries, but this looks so amazing that I want to try it.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      July 31, 2018 at 11:20 am

      Thanks, Beth! I'm sure you could try another fabulous fruit to suit your tastes! Enjoy!
      Reply
  29. Joseph says

    July 20, 2018 at 1:46 pm

    I immediately want to make this right now! Awesome recipe.
    ★★★★★
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      July 31, 2018 at 11:19 am

      Thanks a bunch, Joseph!
      Reply
  30. Erica Valentin says

    July 20, 2018 at 4:51 pm

    Holy cow this looks and sounds amazing!!!!!!!! I def need to try this recipe! Who can resist ?!?!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      July 31, 2018 at 11:19 am

      Thanks so much, Erica! Enjoy it!
      Reply
  31. adriana says

    July 20, 2018 at 5:57 pm

    This looks so good! I love this idea - never made my own ice cream! Yum!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      July 31, 2018 at 11:19 am

      Thanks, Adriana! I hope you get to try this soon!
      Reply
  32. Caitlyn Browning says

    July 20, 2018 at 11:36 pm

    I love ice cream too! It is definitely one of my favorite treats. I have never heard of ricotta ice cream, but it looks so delicious I would love to try this recipe!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      July 31, 2018 at 11:19 am

      Thanks, Caitlyn - I could eat it all day, every day - hahaha! I hope you give this one a try one of these days!
      Reply
  33. Melissa says

    July 21, 2018 at 5:56 am

    That looks amazing! I like the idea of using the ricotta for this. I'm always amazed by your creativity!
    ★★★★★
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      July 31, 2018 at 11:18 am

      Thanks for your kind words, Melissa! Enjoy this one!
      Reply
  34. Marissa says

    July 21, 2018 at 8:53 am

    Oh my gosh! I need this in my life. I love all cherry ice creams!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      July 31, 2018 at 11:18 am

      Hi, Marissa! I hope you give it a try!
      Reply
  35. Ruth Ridley says

    July 21, 2018 at 5:00 pm

    What a great idea for ice cream! I want to try this!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      July 31, 2018 at 11:17 am

      Thanks, Ruth! Enjoy!
      Reply
  36. Helen says

    July 21, 2018 at 8:31 pm

    This looks so amazing! It's so hot in Atlanta that all I want is ice cream!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      July 31, 2018 at 11:17 am

      Thanks, Helen! I know exactly what you mean -- I live in Phoenix! :)
      Reply
  37. Suzanne says

    July 22, 2018 at 5:10 pm

    Omg this looks so divine! Need to make ASAP!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      July 31, 2018 at 11:17 am

      Thanks, Suzanne! Enjoy!
      Reply
  38. Parul says

    July 23, 2018 at 10:59 am

    Wow, this looks heavenly! It has all my favorite ingredients. If only I could have it NOW! :)
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      July 31, 2018 at 11:15 am

      Thanks so much, Parul! I hope you try it, and enjoy!
      Reply

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