Description
A simple and classic vanilla ice cream recipe.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, whole milk, sugar, vanilla extract, and salt until the sugar dissolves.
- Pour the mixture into an ice cream maker.
- Churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions until it reaches a soft-serve consistency.
- Transfer the ice cream to an airtight container.
- Freeze for at least 4 hours to firm up.
Notes
- Use high-quality vanilla extract for better flavor.
- For a richer taste, you can add an extra egg yolk to the mixture.
- Let the ice cream sit at room temperature for a few minutes before serving for easier scooping.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Churning
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 207
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: vanilla ice cream, basic ice cream, homemade ice cream