Vanilla Ice Cream Recipe
FLAVORS: strawberry, raspberry, caramel, chocolate or mint
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Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
Method
Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Mixture
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, whole milk, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and salt until the sugar is fully dissolved.
- 2
Chill the Mixture
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the mixture for at least 2 hours, or overnight for best results.
- 3
Churn the Ice Cream
Pour the chilled mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions until it reaches a soft-serve consistency.
- 4
Add Flavors
If desired, add your choice of flavoring such as strawberry puree, raspberry puree, caramel sauce, chocolate syrup, or mint extract during the last few minutes of churning.
- 5
Freeze
Transfer the ice cream to an airtight container and freeze for at least 4 hours to firm up before serving.