Vanilla Ice Cream

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Rich, creamy custard-based ice cream with deep vanilla flavor
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This homemade vanilla ice cream is the ultimate comfort dessert, crafted with a rich custard base of eggs, milk, and sugar for an incredibly smooth texture. The addition of evaporated milk and heavy whipping cream ensures a luxurious mouthfeel that melts perfectly on the tongue. Infused with pure vanilla, this recipe delivers a classic, nostalgic flavor that pairs beautifully with pies, cakes, or simply on its own. It’s perfect for summer gatherings, dinner parties, or a quiet night in. While it requires an ice cream maker, the result is far superior to store-bought versions, offering a clean, fresh taste without artificial additives.

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Vanilla Ice Cream

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 1 Calories: 1772.1

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This homemade vanilla ice cream is the ultimate comfort dessert, crafted with a rich custard base of eggs, milk, and sugar for an incredibly smooth texture. The addition of evaporated milk and heavy whipping cream ensures a luxurious mouthfeel that melts perfectly on the tongue. Infused with pure vanilla, this recipe delivers a classic, nostalgic flavor that pairs beautifully with pies, cakes, or simply on its own. It&# 226;ÂÂs perfect for summer gatherings, dinner parties, or a quiet night in. While it requires an ice cream maker, the result is far superior to store-bought versions, offering a clean, fresh taste without artificial additives.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. In a small bowl, whisk cornstarch with 1/2 cup of milk until completely smooth and free of lumps.
  2. In a saucepan, combine the cornstarch mixture with 1 1/2 cups of milk. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and becomes smooth.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, beat sugar, eggs, salt, and evaporated milk together until well combined.
  4. Slowly pour the hot cornstarch mixture into the egg mixture, beating continuously to temper the eggs and prevent curdling.
  5. Stir in the whipping cream, remaining 4 cups of milk, and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
  6. Chill the mixture thoroughly in the refrigerator until cold.
  7. Pour the chilled mixture into your ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions until firm.
  8. Transfer the churned ice cream to a freezer-safe container, seal tightly, and freeze for at least 4 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 1

Amount Per Serving
Calories 1772.1kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 76.5g118%
Saturated Fat 45.2g227%
Cholesterol 406.9mg136%
Sodium 4171.6mg174%
Total Carbohydrate 235.8g79%
Dietary Fiber 4.3g18%
Sugars 218.9g
Protein 47.6g96%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

For best results, ensure all ingredients are cold before churning. If you do not have an ice cream maker, you can freeze the mixture in a shallow pan and stir vigorously every 30 minutes to break up ice crystals.

To prevent ice crystals from forming on top, place a piece of parchment paper directly on the surface of the ice cream before sealing the lid.

This recipe yields approximately 1 gallon. You can halve the ingredients for a smaller batch, but ensure your ice cream maker is suitable for the volume.

For a richer flavor, use high-quality pure vanilla extract or vanilla bean paste.

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