Jul 13 2026
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Ice Cream Recipe

Inspired by Pho Soho
Time4h
Serves4

Choice of vanilla or chocolate.

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Ingredients

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Base Ingredients

Optional Toppings

Method

Ice Cream Base Preparation

  1. 1

    Mix the Base Ingredients

    In a medium saucepan, whisk together heavy cream, whole milk, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt over medium heat until sugar is dissolved and mixture is warm.

  2. 2

    Whisk Egg Yolks

    In a separate bowl, whisk the egg yolks until they are light in color. Gradually add a small amount of the warm cream mixture to the egg yolks to temper them, whisking continuously.

  3. 3

    Combine Mixtures

    Slowly pour the tempered egg yolk mixture back into the saucepan with the remaining cream mixture, stirring constantly. Cook over low heat, stirring until the mixture thickens and coats the back of a spoon, about 10 minutes.

  4. 4

    Chill the Mixture

    Remove from heat and let the mixture cool to room temperature. Then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight until completely chilled.

Flavoring (Vanilla or Chocolate)

  1. 5

    Prepare Vanilla Flavor

    For vanilla ice cream, simply add 1 more teaspoon of vanilla extract to the chilled mixture before churning.

  2. 6

    Prepare Chocolate Flavor

    For chocolate ice cream, whisk the cocoa powder into the chilled mixture until fully incorporated before churning.

Churning and Freezing

  1. 7

    Churn the Ice Cream

    Pour the chilled mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to manufacturer instructions, usually about 20-25 minutes until it reaches a soft-serve consistency.

  2. 8

    Freeze the Ice Cream

    Transfer the churned ice cream into an airtight container. Freeze for at least 4 hours or until firm.

Serving

  1. 9

    Serve and Enjoy

    Scoop the ice cream into bowls or cones. Top with optional toppings such as chocolate chips, sprinkles, or crushed nuts if desired.

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