Strawberry Ice Cream

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Servings: 14 Difficulty: Advanced
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A rich, homemade custard-based ice cream bursting with fresh strawberry flavor
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Strawberry Ice Cream

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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 14 Calories: 769.2

Description

This luxurious Strawberry Ice Cream combines a silky egg-yolk custard base with the bright, natural sweetness of fresh berries. The result is a smooth, creamy dessert that offers a perfect balance of rich dairy notes and vibrant fruit acidity. Unlike store-bought varieties, this homemade version uses real heavy cream and fresh strawberries for an authentic, artisanal texture and depth of flavor. It is an indulgent treat perfect for summer gatherings, romantic dinners, or simply as a sophisticated end to a family meal. The process involves creating a stable custard and a simple syrup to preserve the strawberry flavor, ensuring every scoop is consistently delicious and free from icy crystals. Serve it in waffle cones or alongside a warm pie for a truly satisfying experience.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Place the egg yolks in a large saucepan and add 1 cup of sugar.
  2. Beat the yolks and sugar with a wire whisk until the mixture is light and lemon-colored.
  3. Meanwhile, bring the milk almost, but not quite, to a boil in a separate saucepan.
  4. Gradually add the hot milk to the egg mixture, beating constantly to temper the eggs.
  5. Return the mixture to the saucepan and stir constantly with a wooden spoon, ensuring the spoon touches all areas of the bottom to prevent scorching.
  6. Cook the mixture, stirring frequently, until it reaches 180&# 194;°F or coats the back of a spoon like a thin custard.
  7. Immediately pour the custard into a mixing bowl to stop the cooking process and let it cool to room temperature.
  8. In a small saucepan, combine the water and 1 cup of sugar, stir, and bring to a boil.
  9. Simmer the sugar syrup for 10 minutes, then remove from heat and let it cool.
  10. Blend the hulled strawberries in a food processor or blender until thoroughly pureed.
  11. Combine the strawberry puree with the cooled sugar syrup and the cooled custard mixture.
  12. Whip the heavy cream and the remaining 1 tablespoon of sugar until the cream is soft peaks but not yet stiff.
  13. Gently fold the whipped cream into the strawberry-custard mixture.
  14. Pour the mixture into an ice cream freezer and freeze according to the manufacturer's instructions.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 14

Amount Per Serving
Calories 769.2kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 24.0g37%
Saturated Fat 14.9g75%
Cholesterol 70.8mg24%
Sodium 102.6mg5%
Total Carbohydrate 133.5g45%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 133.5g
Protein 9.4g19%

* 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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