This luxurious homemade strawberry ice cream is a perfect summer treat. It features a rich custard base made with egg yolks, whole milk, and evaporated milk, ensuring a silky-smooth texture that melts perfectly on the tongue. Fresh sliced strawberries and peach slices provide bursts of natural sweetness and tartness, balancing the creamy richness. The addition of vanilla extract enhances the fruit flavors, creating a complex and satisfying dessert. Ideal for warm evenings, potlucks, or as a special finish to a grilled dinner. It’s simple enough for weeknights but impressive enough for guests.
Homemade Strawberry Ice Cream
Description
This luxurious homemade strawberry ice cream is a perfect summer treat. It features a rich custard base made with egg yolks, whole milk, and evaporated milk, ensuring a silky-smooth texture that melts perfectly on the tongue. Fresh sliced strawberries and peach slices provide bursts of natural sweetness and tartness, balancing the creamy richness. The addition of vanilla extract enhances the fruit flavors, creating a complex and satisfying dessert. Ideal for warm evenings, potlucks, or as a special finish to a grilled dinner. It&# 226;ÂÂs simple enough for weeknights but impressive enough for guests.Ingredients
Directions
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In a medium saucepan, whisk together sugar, cornstarch, and salt.
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Gradually whisk in the whole milk until the mixture is smooth and no lumps remain.
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Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook, stirring frequently, until the mixture is hot but not yet bubbling.
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In a small bowl, lightly beat the egg yolks.
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Slowly pour about 1 cup of the hot milk mixture into the beaten egg yolks, stirring constantly to temper the eggs.
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Pour the tempered egg mixture back into the saucepan with the remaining milk mixture.
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Continue to cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until the custard thickens slightly, about 2-3 minutes.
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Remove from heat and stir in the evaporated milk, heavy whipping cream, and vanilla extract.
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Allow the mixture to cool to lukewarm, stirring occasionally.
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Gently fold in the sliced strawberries and peach slices.
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Pour the mixture into an ice cream maker and freeze according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 6
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 821.4kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 33.0g51%
- Saturated Fat 20.2g101%
- Cholesterol 100.8mg34%
- Sodium 97693.5mg4071%
- Total Carbohydrate 119.8g40%
- Dietary Fiber 1.8g8%
- Sugars 114.4g
- Protein 18.0g36%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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