Ice Cream Recipe

Preparation Steps

1. 1

   Prepare the Base

   In a medium saucepan, combine the heavy cream, whole milk, granulated sugar, and a pinch of salt. Heat over medium heat until the mixture is warm and the sugar is dissolved.

2. 2

   Whisk Egg Yolks

   In a separate bowl, whisk the egg yolks until they are pale and thick. Gradually add about a cup of the warm milk mixture to the egg yolks, whisking constantly to temper the eggs.

3. 3

   Combine and Cook

   Pour the egg yolk mixture back into the saucepan with the remaining milk mixture. Cook over medium-low heat, stirring constantly until the mixture thickens and coats the back of a spoon (about 5-7 minutes). Do not boil.

4. 4

   Add Vanilla

   Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract. Pour the custard into a bowl and let it cool to room temperature.

5. 5

   Chill the Mixture

   Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight until completely chilled.

6. 6

   Churn the Ice Cream

   Once chilled, pour the mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions until it reaches a soft-serve consistency.

7. 7

   Freeze the Ice Cream

   Transfer the churned ice cream to an airtight container and freeze for at least 4 hours or until firm.

8. 8

   Serve

   Scoop the vanilla ice cream into bowls or cones and enjoy!