Description
Silky homemade vanilla ice cream delivers pure creamy comfort straight from your kitchen. Smooth French custard base and rich vanilla essence combine for an irresistible dessert you’ll want to savor slowly.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Ingredients:
- 2 cups (473 ml) heavy cream
- 1 cup (237 ml) whole milk
Sweetener:
- ½–¾ cups (100–150 g) sugar
Flavor Enhancer:
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) vanilla extract
Instructions
- Combine heavy cream, whole milk, sugar, and pure vanilla extract in a spacious mixing vessel, whisking thoroughly until sugar completely dissolves and ingredients form a smooth, homogeneous liquid.
- Transfer the creamy mixture into the chilled canister of your ice cream maker, ensuring all liquid is carefully poured without splashing.
- Activate the ice cream machine and allow it to churn the liquid, transforming it into a soft, aerated frozen dessert according to manufacturer’s recommended churning time.
- During the final moments of churning, carefully introduce optional mix-ins like chopped chocolate, fresh berries, or crushed nuts, gently folding them into the partially frozen cream to distribute evenly.
- Using a spatula, transfer the freshly churned ice cream into a freezer-safe container, smoothing the surface to create an even layer and minimize ice crystal formation.
- Seal the container with an airtight lid and place in the freezer, allowing the ice cream to firm up and develop a rich, creamy consistency for approximately 2-4 hours before serving.
Notes
- Ensure ingredients are at room temperature for smooth blending and creamy texture.
- Use high-quality vanilla extract or vanilla bean for a rich, authentic flavor profile.
- Chill the ice cream machine’s bowl overnight for optimal freezing performance.
- Allow the ice cream to soften for 5-10 minutes before serving for the best scooping experience.
- Store homemade ice cream in an airtight container to prevent freezer burn and maintain freshness.
- Experiment with mix-ins like chocolate chips, nuts, or fruit during the last minute of churning for personalized taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 20-30 g
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 17 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 34-44 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg