40+ Best Cuisinart Ice Cream Maker Recipes

Summer at my house means making the best homemade ice cream recipes in the ice cream maker. Don't get me wrong, we use it all year long but my Cuisinart ice cream maker sure does do double duty when the weather heats up outside. Grab a cone & be ready to indulge in any of these homemade flavors.

If you are like me you are always ready to find the best ice cream machine recipes for any time of year. When summer comes around, mango ice cream is our favorite. I reached out to many fellow food bloggers and was blown away by all the amazing recipes they shared.

I knew I had not only hit the gold mine but had to share all these ice cream maker ideas with my readers. Today is your lucky day so I hope your ice cream maker insert is frozen and ready to churn out some of the best ice creams you have ever made.

Why Make Homemade Ice Cream Recipes for the Ice Cream Maker

Here are all the reasons why homemade ice cream is way better than store-bought. Find out what to love about these recipes.

• Use real fresh whole ingredients.
• No artificial ingredients, fillers, or colors.
• Can use organic ingredients if desired.
• Easy to make.
• Get creative with fun flavors, mix-ins, & combinations.
• There is an endless list of recipe possibilities.

To make it easy to find your new favorite or multiple favorites, I have created some categories. There are so many wonderful kinds of ice cream to make and try out, that you may not know where to begin. And don't forget to bake up some of the best homemade cookies to make ice cream sandwiches.

Types & Flavor Choices

We love to make basic recipes like peaches & cream or get crazy and try peanut butter and throw in chopped-up candy bars and mini chocolate chips. Ice cream is typically made with three main ingredients; sugar, cream, & milk - then the fun begins with all the yummy stuff you add to it.

Flavor types & ingredient combinations also include these:

• Fruits - common ones like strawberry & mango & gourmet choices like plum or soursop
• Classics like vanilla or chocolate
• Kid-Approved flavors with mix-ins like candies & cookies
• Adult flavors with beer or alcohol

My Favorite Ice Cream Recipes & Toppings

All of these recipes are found on the blog here. We love ice cream and using the Cuisinart I got as a wedding gift years ago. (no, I won't tell you how many years ago that was but let's just say the Cuisinart Ice Cream Maker is quality and lasts for many many years!).

Here are some of our family favorites. These recipes can all be made in a 1.5-quart ice cream maker. Don't forget the the best sundae topping ideas.

Ice Cream Recipes with Fruit

Fruity flavors are classic when it comes to ice cream. If you want something tropical, with citrus, berries, or unique there is a homemade recipe here for you. Or try something new like soursop or passion fruit.

Blueberry Cheesecake Ice Cream

For two amazing desserts in one, this creamy cheesecake ice cream packed with fresh blueberries is over the top. The cheesecake flavored base and pops of blueberry is simply perfection.

Blueberry Cheesecake Ice Cream

Chocolate or Caramel Ice Cream Recipes

For decadent ice cream, my first thought is something rich and chocolatey or sticky sweet with caramel. Whether you love dark or white chocolate, there is a summer dessert here for you.

Chocolate Chip ice Cream

A summer classic, vanilla ice cream studded with yummy chocolate chips. This easy recipe is perfect for scooping on a cone, sandwiches between your favorite cookies, or eaten right out of a bowl.

Chocolate Chip ice Cream

Ice Cream Recipes with Mix-Ins

These ice cream maker ideas have all sorts of fun, tasty, sweet, or salty ingredients. They may include cookies, nuts, cake, candies, and more. These are some seriously amazing ice creams that make any day a special day.

Blueberry Buttermilk Crumble Ice Cream

There is a lot of goodness going on in this fruity, creamy, and crunchy ice cream. Tart blueberries with tangy buttermilk are lovely together and then mix more blueberry jam and some shortbread cookie crumbles for pure bliss.

Blueberry Buttermilk Crumble Ice Cream

Kid-Favorite Ice Cream Flavors

Kids of all ages will love these flavors of ice cream. Pick one that's colorful for a child's birthday party or a simple favorite for toddlers that love a messy cone.

Homemade Strawberry Ice Cream

When spring and summer berries are in season, this recipe is ready for the making. A lovely custard ice cream with fresh strawberries is a simple classic that kids adore.

Homemade Strawberry Ice Cream

Adult-Favorite Ice Cream Recipes

These complex, gourmet, and often boozy ice cream flavors will please the adults you know. So if you like your alcohol with a bit of ice cream, these recipes are for you. There are a few sophisticated unique flavors too that I myself cannot wait to try!

Sweet Corn Ice Cream

The sweetness of summer corn just got sweeter with this ice cream recipe. Don't dismiss it until you have tried it. Corn desserts are fantastic.

Sweet Corn Ice Cream

Low-Carb or Vegan Ice Cream Recipes

Here are a few final ice cream recipes for this great list. For those on a low-carb or keto diet, you can try my Keto Mason Jar Coffee Ice Cream which is made without an ice cream maker. But these keto or vegan-approved recipes are for those who love slow-churned homemade ice cream.

Healthy Chocolate Ice Cream

For a healthy ice cream, try this chocolate recipe. It is made with only 4 ingredients and is refined sugar-free and vegan. You will not miss the dairy or sugar once you have a delicious bite.

Healthy Chocolate Ice Cream

Equipment

To make the best creamy ice cream that is airy & rich, an ice cream maker is needed. The churning is what really ensures homemade ice cream is creamy and not firm and icy. I recommend buying one of the top-rated ice cream makers that are also great for gelato or frozen yogurt.

Here are some of the best ice cream makers you can buy, including my favorite - the 1.5 quart Cuisinart model that I have had for almost 20 years it is still going strong! I also share my favorite ice cream scoop or spade you can buy.