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Ingredients
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Ice Cream Base
Method
Ice Cream Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Ice Cream Base
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, whole milk, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until the sugar is fully dissolved.
- 2
Chill the Mixture
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until completely chilled.
- 3
Churn the Ice Cream
Pour the chilled mixture into your ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions until it reaches a soft-serve consistency.
- 4
Flavoring
For vanilla ice cream, transfer to a container and freeze until firm. For chocolate, add ½ cup of unsweetened cocoa powder to the mixture before chilling. For strawberry, blend 1 cup of fresh strawberries and mix into the base before churning.
- 5
Freeze
Transfer the churned ice cream to a container and freeze for at least 4 hours or until firm.