Ice Cream Recipe
Choice of vanilla, chocolate, or strawberry.
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Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
Flavoring Ingredients
Method
Making the Base
- 1
Combine Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, whole milk, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until the sugar is dissolved.
- 2
Chill the Mixture
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and place it in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or overnight for best results.
Flavoring the Ice Cream
- 3
Prepare Flavors
For chocolate ice cream, whisk in the cocoa powder until fully incorporated. For strawberry ice cream, puree the strawberries in a blender and fold them into the mixture.
Churning the Ice Cream
- 4
Churn the Mixture
Pour the chilled base into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions until it reaches a soft-serve consistency.
- 5
Freeze to Firm
Transfer the churned ice cream to an airtight container and freeze for at least 4 hours or until firm.