This homemade vanilla ice cream recipe will remind you of the good old days when your grandmother used to make delicious treats. Creamy, rich, and full of flavor, this ice cream is perfect for a hot summer day or anytime you want a sweet treat.
Ingredients
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Directions
- In a medium saucepan, heat the heavy cream, whole milk, and sugar over medium heat until the sugar is dissolved, stirring occasionally.
- Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract and salt.
- Transfer the mixture to a bowl and cover with plastic wrap, pressing it directly onto the surface to prevent a skin from forming.
- Refrigerate for at least 3 hours or overnight.
- Pour the chilled mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions until it reaches a soft-serve consistency.
- Transfer the ice cream to a container and freeze for at least 2 hours before serving.
Interesting Facts
Ice cream was first introduced in the United States by Quaker colonists who brought their ice cream recipes with them.
The average American eats about 23 pounds of ice cream per year.
Vanilla is the most popular flavor of ice cream in the United States.