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Ultimate Homemade Vanilla Ice Cream Recipe

Indulge in the creamiest, most decadent vanilla ice cream you've ever tasted! This treasured family recipe, originally from Grandma's kitchen, delivers unparalleled richness. We've updated it with options for both cooked and uncooked eggs (or a convenient egg substitute) to suit your preference. Prepare for the ultimate homemade ice cream experience – the best you'll ever have!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 75 mins
Calories 12887.4 kcal
Protein 323g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Ultimate Homemade Vanilla Ice Cream

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How to Make Ultimate Homemade Vanilla Ice Cream

  1. **Combine all ingredients:** In a large bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, whole milk, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and salt. If using raw eggs, whisk them lightly and add them now. If using cooked eggs or egg substitute, skip to step 6.
  2. **(Optional) Cook the eggs (if not using egg substitute):** In a medium saucepan, gently heat the milk and sugar over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar dissolves completely.
  3. **Temper the eggs:** In a separate bowl, lightly whisk the eggs. Gradually whisk a small amount (about 1/4 cup) of the warm milk mixture into the eggs to temper them, preventing them from curdling.
  4. **Combine and cook:** Slowly pour the tempered egg mixture into the remaining milk mixture in the saucepan. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens slightly and coats the back of a spoon (about 5-7 minutes). Do not boil.
  5. **Cool completely:** Remove from heat and transfer the mixture to a bowl. Cover with plastic wrap, pressing it directly onto the surface to prevent a skin from forming. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until completely chilled.
  6. **Churn:** If using a traditional ice cream maker, follow the manufacturer's instructions to churn the ice cream. If using a no-churn method, pour the chilled mixture into a freezer-safe container and freeze for at least 6 hours, stirring every hour to break up ice crystals. After 4-6 hours of freezing, remove the container from the freezer and stir it thoroughly. Then continue freezing until solid.
  7. **Harden (if necessary):** Allow the ice cream to harden further in the freezer for at least 2-3 hours before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

90 g

Sugar

5248g

Fat

2334g

Carbs

454g

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Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Preparation Low Protein Desserts Eggs Dairy Frozen Desserts Eggs Freezer Dietary Low Sodium Gluten Free Free Of Something Low In Something Equipment Small Appliance 4 Hours Or Less