Jul 17 2026

Guava Maria Recipe

Time3h
Serves4

Strawberry & cream cheese ice cream topped with guava and Maria cookies

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Ingredients

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Ice Cream Base

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Make the Strawberry Ice Cream Base

    In a blender, combine the strawberries, cream cheese, heavy cream, sweetened condensed milk, and vanilla extract. Blend until smooth.

  2. 2

    Chill the Mixture

    Transfer the mixture to a bowl, cover, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until completely chilled.

  3. 3

    Churn the Ice Cream

    Pour the chilled mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions until it reaches a soft-serve consistency.

  4. 4

    Freeze the Ice Cream

    Transfer the churned ice cream to an airtight container and freeze for at least 4 hours or until firm.

  5. 5

    Prepare the Toppings

    Chop guava into small pieces and set aside. Crush the Maria cookies into small crumbs.

  6. 6

    Assemble the Guava Maria

    Scoop the strawberry ice cream into bowls, top with chopped guava, and sprinkle crushed Maria cookies on top before serving.

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