New York

Cheesecake Ice Cream

The Empire State's most iconic dessert becomes a luscious frozen treat! This New York-style creation features ultra-creamy cream cheese custard swirled with graham cracker crumbles and ribbons of strawberry sauce - all the magic of Junior's in every spoonful.

35 min churn time 8 servings Easy NYC Classic
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Equipment Needed

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Ice Cream Maker
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Large Mixing Bowl
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Heavy Saucepan
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Whisk
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Freezer Container
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Stand Mixer

Ingredients

For the Base:

8 oz cream cheese, softened
1 1/2 cups heavy cream
1 cup whole milk
3/4 cup sugar
4 large egg yolks
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon salt

For Mix-ins:

1 cup graham cracker crumbs
1/2 cup strawberry sauce

Instructions

1
Beat softened cream cheese until completely smooth and lump-free, about 3 minutes with a stand mixer.
2
In a heavy saucepan, combine cream, milk, and half the sugar. Heat until steaming.
3
Whisk egg yolks with remaining sugar and salt until pale. Slowly temper with the hot cream mixture.
4
Return to saucepan and cook over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, until custard reaches 170-175 degrees F.
5
Strain hot custard directly into the cream cheese, whisking until completely smooth.
6
Stir in vanilla and lemon juice. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
7
Churn chilled mixture in ice cream maker, about 25-30 minutes. Add graham cracker crumbs in last 5 minutes.
8
Transfer to container in layers, swirling strawberry sauce between each layer.
9
Freeze 4 hours until firm. Let sit 5-10 minutes before serving.

Tips for Perfect NY Cheesecake Ice Cream

NYC Institution

New York-style cheesecake is denser and creamier than other styles, thanks to extra cream cheese and egg yolks.

Smooth is Key

Beat the cream cheese until absolutely smooth before adding custard - lumps won't disappear later!

Lemon Touch

The lemon juice brightens the rich cream cheese flavor, just like in authentic NY cheesecake.

Graham Base

Toast the graham cracker crumbs briefly for extra flavor before adding to the churn.

Junior's Legacy

Junior's in Brooklyn has been making legendary cheesecake since 1950 - this ice cream honors that tradition.

Serving Style

Serve in a graham cracker crust bowl with extra strawberry sauce for the full NYC deli experience!