Black Cherry Ice Cream for 8 Servings

Instructions:

1. Combine the halved black cherries, sugar, and lemon juice in a saucepan over medium heat.
2. Simmer for 8–10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cherries have released their juices and the liquid has thickened into a syrupy glaze.
3. Remove from heat, stir in the vanilla extract, and let the mixture cool completely.
4. In a chilled mixing bowl, beat the heavy whipping cream on medium-high speed until stiff peaks form.
5. In a separate bowl, whisk together the sweetened condensed milk, almond extract, and salt.
6. Gently fold the whipped cream into the condensed milk mixture using a spatula until smooth.
7. Pour the base into an ice cream maker and churn according to manufacturer's directions. During the last 2 minutes of churning, pour in the cooled cherry reduction and chocolate shavings.
8. Transfer the ice cream to an air-tight freezer container and chill for 6 hours before serving.