Vanilla Ice Cream Recipe
Make Vanilla Ice Cream Recipe in just 4h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
Optional Add-ins
Method
Preparation of the Ice Cream Base
- 1
Heat the Cream and Milk
In a medium saucepan, combine the heavy cream and whole milk over medium heat. Stir occasionally until the mixture is hot but not boiling.
- 2
Whisk Egg Yolks and Sugar
In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg yolks and granulated sugar until the mixture is pale and slightly thickened.
- 3
Temper the Egg Yolks
Slowly pour about a cup of the hot cream mixture into the egg yolk mixture while whisking constantly. This will temper the yolks and prevent them from scrambling.
- 4
- 5
Cook the Mixture
Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until the mixture thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon (about 5-7 minutes). Do not let it boil.
- 6
Cool and Add Vanilla
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract. Let the mixture cool to room temperature.
Chilling and Churning
- 7
Chill the Base
Once the mixture has cooled, cover it and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- 8
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.
- 9
Add Optional Ingredients
If desired, fold in chocolate chips or chopped nuts during the last few minutes of churning.
- 10
Freeze the Ice Cream
Transfer the churned ice cream to an airtight container and freeze for at least 4 hours before serving.
