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How to Make Vanilla Ice Cream

Homemade ice cream is easy to make with just 4 ingredients, including pure vanilla extract for a rich and creamy summer treat with a delicious vanilla flavor.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours 25 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 425
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 2.25 cups whole milk
  • 2.25 cups heavy cream
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract

Method
 

  1. Chill equipment: Place your ice cream maker’s bowl in the freezer for at least 15 minutes until fully frozen.
  2. Mix the base: In a large bowl, whisk together the milk, heavy cream, and sugar until the sugar dissolves. Stir in the pure vanilla extract for that classic vanilla bean flavor.
  3. Churn: Pour the mixture into your ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions (about 20–25 minutes). You’ll see it thicken into a soft-serve consistency.
  4. Freeze: Transfer the churned ice cream into an airtight container. Freeze for at least 2 hours or until firm.

Nutrition

Calories: 425kcalCarbohydrates: 46gProtein: 6gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 93mgSodium: 79mgSugar: 44g
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