Description
A rich and creamy homemade vanilla ice cream made with real vanilla and simple ingredients. Perfect for hot days or as a base for endless dessert creations.
Ingredients
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 pinch salt
- 5 large egg yolks
Instructions
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the milk, sugar, and salt. Stir until the sugar dissolves and the mixture is warm.
- In a separate bowl, whisk the egg yolks. Slowly pour some of the warm milk mixture into the yolks, whisking constantly to temper them.
- Pour the tempered yolks back into the saucepan with the remaining milk mixture.
- Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon.
- Remove from heat and strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a clean bowl.
- Stir in the heavy cream and vanilla extract.
- Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Pour the chilled mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
- Transfer to an airtight container and freeze until firm, about 4 hours.
Notes
- Use high-quality vanilla extract or a vanilla bean for the best flavor.
- Ensure the custard base is fully chilled before churning for a smoother texture.
- For a richer ice cream, you can use more cream and less milk.