Ice Cream Recipe
Your choice of vanilla, chocolate, or strawberry.
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Ingredients
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Ice Cream Base
Method
Preparation
- 1
Make the Base
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, whole milk, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until the sugar is fully dissolved.
- 2
For Chocolate Ice Cream
Add cocoa powder to the base and whisk until fully incorporated.
- 3
For Strawberry Ice Cream
Blend the fresh strawberries until smooth and mix into the base. Add food coloring if desired.
- 4
Chill the Mixture
Cover the mixture and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until thoroughly chilled.
- 5
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.
- 6
Freeze
Transfer the ice cream to a lidded container and freeze for at least 4 hours or until firm.