Strawberry Vanilla Ice Cream
Strawberry Vanilla Ice Cream
Strawberry Vanilla Ice Cream is a delicious treat made with fresh strawberries and creamy vanilla. It’s perfect for hot days and family gatherings!
Why Make This Recipe
Making your own ice cream is fun and easy! You control the ingredients, and there’s nothing better than enjoying a scoop of homemade ice cream with loved ones.
How to Make Strawberry Vanilla Ice Cream
Ingredients:
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and chopped
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 vanilla bean (seeds scraped)
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 6 large egg yolks
Directions:
- In a saucepan, combine strawberries, sugar, and vanilla bean seeds. Cook over medium heat until strawberries are soft and sugar has dissolved. Remove from heat and allow to cool.
- In a separate saucepan, heat heavy cream and milk until simmering. Remove from heat.
- In a bowl, whisk egg yolks. Slowly pour hot cream mixture into yolks, whisking constantly.
- Return the mixture to the saucepan and cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until it thickens and coats the back of a spoon.
- Place the custard in a bowl and allow to cool. Refrigerate until chilled.
- Churn the custard in an ice cream maker according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
- During the last few minutes of churning, stir in the strawberry mixture.
- Transfer the ice cream to a container and freeze until firm.
How to Serve Strawberry Vanilla Ice Cream
Serve your homemade ice cream in bowls or cones. Top with whipped cream, extra strawberries, or a drizzle of chocolate sauce for extra fun!
How to Store Strawberry Vanilla Ice Cream
Store the ice cream in an airtight container in the freezer. It will stay fresh for about two weeks, but it’s so good you’ll probably eat it all first!
Tips to Make Strawberry Vanilla Ice Cream
- Use ripe strawberries for the best flavor.
- Make sure to chill the custard well before churning.
- Don’t skip the churning step; it makes the ice cream creamy!
Variation
Try adding chocolate chips or crushed cookies to your ice cream for a fun twist!
FAQs
1. Can I use frozen strawberries?
Yes, you can use frozen strawberries, but fresh ones will taste better!
2. How long does it take to make?
It takes about 20 minutes to cook and cool, then several hours to chill and freeze.
3. Do I need an ice cream maker?
An ice cream maker is best, but you can also freeze the mixture in a container and stir it every 30 minutes until it’s firm.
