Here’s a fun and fizzy treat for soda lovers — Dr. Pepper Ice Cream! It’s creamy, rich, and has that unmistakable cherry-vanilla flavor that sets Dr. Pepper apart.
Ingredients:
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2 cups heavy cream
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1 cup whole milk
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3/4 cup granulated sugar
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1 1/4 cups Dr. Pepper (cold and freshly opened for full fizz)
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Pinch of salt
Optional for deeper flavor: 1–2 tablespoons sweetened condensed milk or maraschino cherry juice.
Instructions:
1. Make the Base:
In a medium bowl, whisk together:
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Sugar
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Milk
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Vanilla extract
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Pinch of salt
Until sugar is dissolved (about 1 minute).
2. Add Dr. Pepper & Cream:
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Slowly whisk in the Dr. Pepper — it’ll fizz, so go gently.
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Add the heavy cream and whisk to combine.
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Taste and adjust sweetness if needed (you can add sweetened condensed milk or cherry juice for a boost).
3. Chill the Mixture:
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Cover and refrigerate for 2–3 hours (or overnight) until completely cold.
4. Churn:
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Pour into an ice cream maker and churn according to manufacturer instructions (typically 20–25 minutes) until thick and creamy.
5. Freeze to Firm:
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Transfer to an airtight container and freeze for 4+ hours for a scoopable texture.
Tips & Variations:
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No churn method: Whip 2 cups of heavy cream to soft peaks, then fold in a mixture of sweetened condensed milk + reduced Dr. Pepper (simmered to syrup). Freeze overnight.
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Flavor boost: Swirl in cherry preserves or chocolate chips before freezing.
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Presentation: Serve in a waffle cone topped with maraschino cherries or a drizzle of Dr. Pepper syrup.
Would you like the no-churn version written out step-by-step too?