Cherry and Pistachio Ice Cream (No Churn)

Step 1: Make the Cherry Mixture

1. Gather Ingredients: Get your cherries, lemon, sugar, and cornflour ready.
2. Combine in a Pan:
   • In a saucepan, add pitted cherries, the zest and juice of 1 lemon, 50g sugar, and 1 teaspoon cornflour.
3. Cook:
   • Heat on medium for 12-15 minutes. Stir occasionally until it bubbles and thickens.
4. Mash the Cherries:
   • Use a wooden spoon to lightly mash the cherries while cooking. This breaks them up for a better texture.
5. Cool:
   • Once thickened, take off the heat and let it cool in the bowl. You can refrigerate it for about 30 minutes to speed things up.

Step 2: Make the Ice Cream Base

1. Whip the Cream:
   • In a large bowl, pour 600ml double cream. Use an electric whisk to beat it until it forms soft peaks (about 3-5 minutes).
2. Add Pistachio Butter:
   • Gently fold in 3 tablespoons pistachio butter with a spatula until mixed well.
3. Incorporate Condensed Milk:
   • Add 250ml condensed milk and fold it into the whipped cream until combined.

Step 3: Assemble the Ice Cream

1. Get a Container:
   • Use a 1.2-litre loaf tin or any freezer-safe container. Lining it with parchment paper helps with removal.
2. Mix Together:
   • Pour the whipped cream mixture into the container.
   • Take your cooled cherry mixture and swirl it in using a knife. This creates a pretty marbled effect.
3. Top with Pistachios:
   • Sprinkle 50g chopped pistachios on top for crunch.
4. Freeze:
   • Cover the container and freeze for at least 6 hours, or overnight for the best texture.

Step 4: Serve

1. Scoop:
   • Remove the ice cream from the freezer and let it sit for 5 minutes to soften.
   • Use an ice cream scoop to serve into bowls or cones.
2. Optional Garnish:
   • Drizzle with extra pistachio butter or add more chopped pistachios on top.

Storage Tips

• Freezing: Keep leftovers in the freezer for up to three months. Ensure it’s covered well to prevent ice crystals.
• Scooping: If it’s too hard, let it sit at room temperature for a few minutes before scooping.

Extra Easy Tips

• Frozen Cherries: If you can’t find fresh cherries, frozen ones work great—just thaw and drain them first.
• Mix It Up: You can add chocolate chips or other nuts for a fun twist!

This guide simplifies the process to make it as easy as possible. Enjoy your delicious homemade ice cream.