Vanilla, Chocolate, Strawberry Or Vegan Vanilla Recipe
with a cherry on top.
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Ingredients
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Base Flavors
Method
Preparation Steps
- 1
Prepare Vanilla Base
In a mixing bowl, combine 2 cups of milk, 1 cup of heavy cream, 3 tablespoons of granulated sugar, and 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract. Whisk together until the sugar is fully dissolved.
- 2
Create Chocolate Base
In a separate bowl, mix 1 cup of cocoa powder with 2 cups of the vanilla base mixture. Stir until smooth to create the chocolate flavor.
- 3
Make Strawberry Base
In another bowl, mix 1 cup of strawberry puree with 2 cups of the vanilla base mixture. Stir until combined for the strawberry flavor.
- 4
Prepare Vegan Vanilla Base
For the vegan option, use 2 cups of vegan milk (almond, coconut, or oat) and add 1 teaspoon of agar-agar powder. Blend until smooth and set aside.
- 5
Chill the Mixtures
Pour each of the prepared mixtures (vanilla, chocolate, strawberry, vegan vanilla) into separate containers and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until set.
- 6
Serve
Once the mixtures have set, scoop out the desired flavor into bowls or cones. Top with fresh cherries for garnish.