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Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
Flavor Variations
Method
Ice Cream Base Preparation
- 1
Mixing Ingredients
In a mixing bowl, combine whole milk, heavy cream, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt.
- 2
Whisking
Whisk the mixture until the sugar is completely dissolved and the ingredients are well combined.
- 3
Chilling
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until well chilled.
Flavoring the Ice Cream
- 4
Dividing the Base
Once the base is chilled, divide it into three equal parts for the different flavors.
- 5
Chocolate Flavor
To make chocolate ice cream, add cocoa powder to one portion of the base and mix well until fully integrated.
- 6
Strawberry Flavor
For strawberry ice cream, mix fresh pureed strawberries into the second portion of the base until well combined.
- 7
Cookies and Cream Flavor
For cookies and cream, fold crushed Oreos into the last portion of the base until evenly distributed.
Churning and Freezing
- 8
Churning
Pour each flavored mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions until it reaches a soft serve consistency.
- 9
Freezing
Transfer the churned ice cream into airtight containers and freeze for at least 4 hours or until firm.
