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A bowl of creamy homemade vanilla ice cream, perfectly scooped.

Proven way to grow 7 Homemade Ice Cream (Vanilla)

This recipe provides a simple and effective method for making delicious homemade vanilla ice cream, perfect for any occasion. With minimal ingredients and straightforward steps, you can enjoy a classic frozen treat from your own kitchen.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 3 hours
Servings: 8 people
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 1 pinch pinch of salt

Equipment

  • large bowl
  • whisk
  • ice cream maker
  • airtight container

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Combine heavy cream, whole milk, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt in a large bowl. Whisk until the sugar is fully dissolved and the mixture is well combined.
  2. Cover the bowl and refrigerate the mixture for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight, to ensure it is thoroughly chilled.
Churning
  1. Pour the chilled mixture into the ice cream maker freezer bowl. Churn according to the manufacturer's instructions, which typically takes 20-25 minutes, until the ice cream reaches a soft-serve consistency.
Freezing
  1. Transfer the soft ice cream to an airtight container. Freeze for at least 2-3 hours, or until it reaches your desired firmness, before serving.

Notes

For an extra rich flavor, you can add half of a vanilla bean pod, scraped, to the mixture before chilling and then remove it before churning. Ensure your ice cream maker bowl is properly frozen (usually 24 hours) for the best results.