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Vanilla Ice Cream

A classic and creamy vanilla ice cream recipe that is simple to make and perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 4 hours
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Base Ingredients
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Method
 

Prepare the Mixture
  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, whole milk, sugar, vanilla extract, and salt until the sugar is dissolved.
Chill the Mixture
  1. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the mixture for at least 2 hours or overnight to chill thoroughly.
Churn the Ice Cream
  1. Pour the chilled mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions until it reaches a soft-serve consistency.
Freeze the Ice Cream
  1. Transfer the churned ice cream to an airtight container and freeze for at least 2 hours to firm up before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 3gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 150mgSugar: 22gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 100mgIron: 0.2mg

Notes

For a richer flavor, you can add a vanilla bean split in half to the mixture while chilling, then remove it before churning.

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