Description
Silky smooth homemade vanilla ice cream delights taste buds with classic simplicity. Cool, creamy scoops offer pure comfort that draws friends and family closer around sweet summer memories.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 large egg yolks
- 2 cups (480 ml) heavy cream
- 1 cup (240 ml) whole milk
Sweeteners and Flavoring:
- 3/4 cup (150 g) granulated sugar
- 1 vanilla bean (or 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract)
Seasoning:
- 1 pinch of salt
Instructions
- Craft a luxurious base by gently heating cream, milk, and half the sugar in a saucepan. Split and scrape a vanilla bean, incorporating both seeds and pod into the liquid. Warm the mixture until steam emerges, avoiding boiling.
- In a separate bowl, vigorously whisk egg yolks with remaining sugar and salt until the mixture transforms into a pale, silky consistency.
- Create a delicate balance by gradually introducing warm cream into egg yolks, whisking continuously to prevent curdling. Seamlessly reintegrate the tempered mixture back into the original cream base.
- Carefully simmer the custard over low heat, stirring constantly until it reaches a velvety thickness that elegantly coats a spoon (170-175°F). Strain through a fine-mesh sieve to eliminate any vanilla pod fragments or potential lumps.
- Allow the custard to cool naturally to room temperature. Seal and refrigerate for a minimum of 4 hours, or preferably overnight, to develop a more profound flavor profile.
- Transfer the chilled mixture into an ice cream maker. Churn according to manufacturer’s guidelines until the texture becomes rich and creamy, typically 20-25 minutes.
- Gently transfer the churned ice cream into an airtight container. Freeze for at least 4 hours to achieve optimal firmness. Serve in chilled bowls or crisp cones for a decadent dessert experience.
Notes
- Ensure precise temperature control when heating the cream mixture to prevent scorching or boiling, which can ruin the delicate flavor and texture.
- Whisk egg yolks thoroughly to create a smooth, pale base that guarantees a silky-smooth ice cream consistency.
- Use fresh, high-quality vanilla beans for an intense, authentic flavor that elevates the entire dessert experience.
- Consider dairy-free alternatives like coconut cream or almond milk for those with lactose intolerance, maintaining the creamy texture and rich taste.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 hours
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 312
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 35 mg
- Fat: 27 g
- Saturated Fat: 17 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 170 mg