Ingredients
- Heavy cream: Provides richness and a smooth texture.
- Whole milk: Balances the richness of the cream.
- Sugar: Sweetens the ice cream and helps control ice crystal formation.
- Vanilla extract: A classic flavor enhancer.
- Fresh fruit, chocolate chips, nuts, cookies, or caramel for customization.
Instructions
- Prepare the base by whisking together heavy cream, whole milk, and sugar until dissolved. Stir in vanilla extract.
- Add your favorite flavorings, like fruit puree or chocolate chips.
- Pour the mixture into your ice cream maker and churn according to instructions (about 20-30 minutes).
- Transfer the churned ice cream to a freezer-safe container and freeze for 2-3 hours to harden before serving.
Notes
- Chill all ingredients and equipment for better freezing.
- Don’t overchurn to avoid a grainy texture.
- Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor.
- Experiment with different flavors for unique combinations.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Churning
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 200 Kcal
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg