Description
This easy homemade vanilla ice cream is rich, creamy, and full of classic vanilla flavor. Made with heavy cream, whole milk, sugar, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt, this no-cook recipe is perfect for anyone using an ice cream machine. It is simple to prepare, endlessly customizable, and delicious served on its own or with your favorite desserts.
Ingredients
2 cups heavy cream
2 cups whole milk
Pinch of salt
3/4 cup sugar
2 tablespoons vanilla extract
Instructions
1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the heavy cream, whole milk, sugar, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt.
2. Whisk the mixture thoroughly until the sugar is mostly dissolved and the ingredients are fully combined.
3. Prepare your ice cream maker according to the manufacturer’s instructions, making sure the freezer bowl or insert is fully frozen if required.
4. Pour the vanilla ice cream mixture into the ice cream freezer container.
5. Churn the mixture according to your ice cream maker directions until it thickens to a soft-serve consistency.
6. If desired, add fruit, chocolate, chocolate chips, crushed cookies, or nuts during the final minutes of churning.
7. Transfer the churned ice cream to a freezer-safe container.
8. Cover tightly and freeze for several hours, or until the ice cream reaches a firm, scoopable consistency.
9. Let the ice cream sit at room temperature for a few minutes before scooping if it is very firm.
10. Serve in bowls or cones and enjoy.
Notes
This recipe makes about 1 quart of homemade vanilla ice cream.
Use pure vanilla extract for the best flavor.
Chilling the mixture before churning can help improve texture and speed up freezing.
You can increase the recipe in equal amounts as needed, depending on the size of your ice cream freezer.
Freezer sizes and machine directions vary, so always follow your specific appliance instructions.
Customize the flavor with fruit, nuts, candy pieces, or chocolate add-ins.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 0 mins
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Ice Cream Maker
- Cuisine: American