Description
A Creamy Delight is a smooth and luscious homemade ice cream recipe that combines rich heavy cream, milk, and sugar with a hint of vanilla extract. Perfectly churned in an ice cream maker, this dessert delivers a classic creamy texture and sweet vanilla flavor, ideal for satisfying your sweet tooth with a luxurious treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Ice Cream Base
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a saucepan, mix together 1 cup heavy cream, 1 cup milk, and 1/2 cup sugar. This creates the base of the ice cream.
- Heat Mixture: Place the saucepan over medium heat and gently heat the mixture until it begins to simmer. Stir occasionally to dissolve the sugar completely and prevent the cream from scorching.
- Add Flavoring: Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract for added aroma and flavor.
- Cool Mixture: Allow the mixture to cool down to room temperature to prepare it for churning. Cooling prevents melting during the freezing process.
- Churn Ice Cream: Pour the cooled mixture into your ice cream maker and follow the manufacturer’s instructions for churning and freezing to achieve a creamy texture.
- Serve: Once the ice cream reaches the desired consistency, scoop and serve immediately, or store in the freezer for later consumption.
Notes
- For best results, make sure the cream and milk are cold before starting.
- Use a good quality vanilla extract or vanilla bean for enhanced flavor.
- You can add mix-ins such as chocolate chips or fruit during the last few minutes of churning.
- If you do not have an ice cream maker, pour the mixture into a shallow container and freeze, stirring every 30 minutes until firm.
- Allow the ice cream to soften a few minutes at room temperature before scooping for a smoother serve.
