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Creamy Homemade Vanilla Ice Cream

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A rich and creamy homemade vanilla ice cream recipe using real vanilla bean and heavy cream, perfect for summer and easy to make with just 5 ingredients.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups whole milk (480 ml)
  • 2 cups heavy cream (480 ml)
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar (150 g)
  • 1 large vanilla bean, split and scraped
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Slice the vanilla bean lengthwise with a sharp knife. Scrape out the tiny seeds using the back of the knife. Set both seeds and pod aside.
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine the whole milk, half the sugar (3/8 cup / 75 g), vanilla seeds, and the split pod. Warm over medium heat until just about to simmer (around 170°F / 77°C), stirring occasionally to dissolve sugar and release vanilla aroma. Do not let it boil.
  3. Remove from heat and let the vanilla steep in the warm milk for 30 minutes.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, remaining sugar, and a pinch of salt until sugar is mostly dissolved.
  5. Remove the vanilla pod from the milk. Slowly whisk the warm milk into the cream mixture until smooth and slightly warm.
  6. Cover the mixture and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  7. Pour the chilled mixture into your ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions, usually 20–25 minutes until soft-serve consistency.
  8. Transfer the ice cream to an airtight container and freeze for 2–4 hours to firm up before serving.

Notes

Use full-fat dairy for the creamiest results. Steeping the vanilla bean in warm milk for 30 minutes unlocks deeper flavor. Chill the mixture thoroughly before churning to avoid icy texture. Cover the surface with parchment or plastic wrap before freezing to prevent ice crystals. If no ice cream maker is available, freeze in a shallow container and stir every 30 minutes for 3–4 hours.

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