Spectacular Vanilla Ice Cream Recipe

Indulge in the creamy perfection of homemade vanilla ice cream! This recipe, inspired by a Southern Living Magazine favorite, delivers a rich and intensely flavorful experience. Perfect for a hot summer day or any special occasion, this easy-to-follow recipe will have you churning out delicious ice cream in under 5 hours. Get ready to experience the ultimate homemade vanilla ice cream.

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 246 mins
Calories 4372.7 kcal
Protein 209g
Rating 2.0 (1 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Spectacular Vanilla Ice Cream

  • 1 cup Milk
  • 3/4 cup Sugar
  • All Purpose Flour (Not required for this recipe)
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt
  • 2 large Egg Yolks
  • Half And Half (Not required for this recipe)
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract
  • 2 cups Heavy Cream
  • 1 Vanilla Bean, split and scraped

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How to Make Spectacular Vanilla Ice Cream

  1. In a medium saucepan, combine the heavy cream, milk, sugar, and vanilla extract. Heat over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the sugar is completely dissolved.
  2. Remove from heat and let the mixture cool completely. This is crucial for preventing ice crystals.
  3. Once cooled, pour the mixture into your ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions (typically 20-30 minutes).
  4. Once churned, transfer the ice cream to an airtight container and freeze for at least 2-3 hours to allow it to harden further.
  5. Before serving, let the ice cream sit at room temperature for about 10-15 minutes to soften slightly. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

80 g

Sugar

1822g

Fat

524g

Carbs

195g