Cheesecake Ice Cream

Last Updated on July 22, 2026 by Carrie Korem, FNTP

Cheesecake ice cream is an all-time favorite in our house. It’s a combination of milk, cream, eggs, cream cheese, maple syrup and vanilla that comes together to make a creamy and rich ice cream!

Ingredients for Cheesecake Ice Cream

• Whole milk (raw or non-homogenized preferred)
• Heavy cream (raw or non-homogenized preferred)
• Maple syrup
• Cream cheese
• Egg yolks
• Vanilla extract

When it comes to milk, it’s best to use an unprocessed milk such as raw milk, or at a minimum, a milk that hasn’t been homogenized. The processing done to conventional milk reduces the nutrient value and makes it difficult for the body to digest. Many stores carry pasteurized but non-homogenized milk. Two of my favorite brands are Kalona and Mill King. To find raw milk in your area, I recommend checking out this site.

Cream cheese can come with fillers and preservatives, so it’s best to look for one that is organic and without anything added. One of my favorite brands is Green Valley. Making homemade cream cheese is also a good option as well!

How to Make Cheesecake Ice Cream

This is actually a very easy recipe to make!

First you heat the milk, cream and maple syrup in a medium saucepan over medium heat until steaming. Meanwhile, place the cream cheese, egg yolks and vanilla in a mixing bowl and beat together until smooth (don’t worry if it’s a little lumpy). With the mixer running, pour about 1/2 cup of the hot milk mixture into the cream cheese mixture. Pour the cream cheese mixture into the remaining hot milk and whisk until thick, about 4-5 minutes. Pour into a large bowl and chill completely.

When the mixture is completely chilled, pour the mixture into the bowl of an ice cream maker and freeze according to the manufacturer’s directions.

Is it worth it to get an ice cream maker?

Absolutely! I’ve had my Cuisinart Ice Cream Maker for over 25 years and love it. I actually purchased a second so I can make larger batches of ice cream when friends and family come over. It’s a fun additional kitchen appliance that will last you many years to come.

Here are some other homemade ice creams that you might enjoy:
Creamy Lemon Ice Cream
Rum Raisin Ice Cream
Paleo Chocolate Chip Ice Cream 
Apricot Ice Cream
Chocolate Peanut Butter Ice Cream 

Cheesecake Ice Cream

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• Prep Time: 5 minutes
• Cook Time: 40 minutes
• Total Time: 3 hours 45 minutes
• Yield: Serves 4
• Category: Dessert
• Cuisine: American
• Diet: Gluten-Free

Ingredients

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• 3/4 cup whole milk
• 1 1/3 cups heavy cream
• 2/3 cups maple syrup
• 4 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
• 2 egg yolks
• 1 teaspoons vanilla extract

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Instructions

1. Heat the milk, cream and maple syrup in a medium saucepan over medium heat until steaming. Meanwhile, place the cream cheese, egg yolks and vanilla in a mixing bowl and beat together until smooth (don’t worry if it’s a little lumpy). With the mixer running, pour about 1/2 cup of the hot milk mixture into the cream cheese mixture. Pour the cream cheese mixture into the remaining hot milk and whisk until thick, about 4-5 minutes. Pour into a large bowl and chill completely.
2. When chilled, pour the mixture into the bowl of an ice cream maker and freeze according to the manufacturer’s directions.