Indulge in the rich and creamy goodness of homemade cinnamon ice cream. This easy-to-follow recipe combines the warmth of cinnamon with the coolness of ice cream, creating a delightful dessert that will satisfy your sweet cravings. With just a few simple ingredients and a bit of patience, you can whip up a batch of this delicious treat in no time. Perfect for hot summer days or as a comforting winter dessert, this cinnamon ice cream is sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 4 egg yolks
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Directions
- In a medium saucepan, combine the heavy cream and whole milk. Heat over medium heat until it begins to steam, but do not let it boil.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the sugar and egg yolks until well combined.
- Slowly pour the heated cream mixture into the egg mixture, whisking constantly to prevent the eggs from cooking.
- Pour the mixture back into the saucepan and cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and coats the back of a spoon. This usually takes about 8-10 minutes.
- Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the ground cinnamon and vanilla extract. Mix well.
- Transfer the mixture to a bowl and cover with plastic wrap, pressing the plastic wrap directly against the surface of the mixture to prevent a skin from forming.
- Refrigerate the mixture for at least 4 hours or overnight, until it is completely chilled.
- Once the mixture is chilled, pour it into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions.
- Once the ice cream reaches a soft-serve consistency, transfer it to a lidded container and freeze for at least 4 hours, or until firm.
- Scoop and serve the cinnamon ice cream in bowls or cones.
- Enjoy this creamy and flavorful homemade cinnamon ice cream!
