Gushers Lava Burst Ice Cream (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

01 - 480 ml heavy cream
02 - 240 ml whole milk
03 - 150 g granulated sugar
04 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
05 - Pinch fine sea salt

→ Candy Syrup Swirl

06 - 110 g Gushers candy, assorted flavours
07 - 30 ml corn syrup
08 - 30 ml water

→ Toppings

09 - 60 ml strawberry syrup
10 - 60 ml lime or neon green syrup

# Instructions:

01 - In a large mixing bowl, combine heavy cream, whole milk, sugar, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Whisk thoroughly until the sugar is completely dissolved and the mixture is smooth.
02 - Cover the bowl with cling film and refrigerate the base for a minimum of 2 hours or overnight to develop flavour and ensure proper churning.
03 - In a medium saucepan, add Gushers candy, corn syrup, and water. Gently heat over low, stirring often, until candies are completely melted into a thick syrup. Avoid boiling; remove from heat and let cool slightly.
04 - Pour the chilled ice cream base into an ice cream maker. Churn according to the manufacturer's instructions until the mixture reaches soft-serve consistency, typically 20–25 minutes.
05 - Spread half the churned ice cream into a freezer-safe container. Drizzle with half the cooled Gushers syrup, then gently swirl through using a knife or spatula, creating ribbons. Repeat with remaining ice cream and syrup.
06 - Seal the container tightly and freeze for 4–6 hours, or overnight, until the ice cream is fully set and scoopable.
07 - Scoop ice cream into bowls and drizzle generously with strawberry and lime syrups to create the vibrant lava appearance before serving.

# Notes:

01 - For intensified fruit notes, select Gushers with bold flavours such as strawberry or green apple.
02 - No ice cream maker? Whip cold heavy cream to stiff peaks, gently incorporate remaining base ingredients, fold in syrup, and freeze.
03 - Strain melted Gushers syrup through a fine mesh sieve for ultra-smooth swirls.
04 - Store in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 2 weeks for best quality.
05 - Experiment with additional syrups like blueberry or mango to tailor the lava effect.

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