Homemade Vanilla Ice Cream Recipe

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You’ll be amazed at how easy it is to make your own ice cream with this recipe. It’s super creamy, rich, and sweet – just the way we like it! Top it off with fresh fruit, chocolate or even caramel sauce for a decadent dessert that everyone will enjoy. Perfect for summer entertaining too!

Did you know that July is National Ice Cream Month? That’s right – for the entire month of July, you should enjoy ice cream. Every. Single. Day.

Just kidding. Moderation is the key to everything, of course.

I am here to tell you that you don’t have to wait until July to enjoy ice cream. You can make some today with a few simple ingredients – all with names that you can pronounce like cream and milk.

Ingredients

To make basic vanilla ice cream, you need the following ingredients:

• 2 cups heavy whipping cream
• 1 cup whole milk
• 3 large egg yolks
• 1 cup sugar
• 2 teaspoons vanilla

How To Make Vanilla Ice Cream

1. Place whipping cream, milk, egg yolks, and sugar in a large saucepan. Whisk constantly over medium heat for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the mixture is slightly thickened.
2. Add vanilla and remove from heat.
3. Allow cream mixture to cool completely (at least 1 hour). To prevent a “skin” from forming, cover the custard mixture with a layer of plastic wrap. Chill for 8 to 24 hours.
4. Pour mixture into ice cream freezer container and process according to manufacturer’s directions.

Enjoy the ice cream now, or place it in a freezer container and freeze for several hours until it firms up and becomes scoopable.

If homemade ice cream makes your heart happy, be sure to explore a few more sweet treats here at Southern Kissed. My Dairy-Free Chocolate Ice Cream is incredibly rich and creamy without any dairy, while the Homemade Coconut Waffle Cones are a fun, crunchy upgrade that pairs beautifully with this vanilla scoop. And for a frozen dessert that’s as easy as it is refreshing, don’t miss my Homemade Strawberry Popsicles – perfect for warm days or anytime you want something light and fruity.

Homemade Vanilla Ice Cream

This homemade recipe is easy to make and is made with wholesome ingredients. It's delicious by itself or topped with fresh fruit, caramel, or chocolate.

4.47 from 15 votes

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Course: Desserts

Cuisine: American

Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes minutes

Additional Time: 9 hours hours

Total Time: 9 hours hours 20 minutes minutes

Servings: 1 batch

Calories: 354kcal

Author: Lynda – Southern Kissed

Ingredients

• 2 cups heavy whipping cream
• 1 cup whole milk
• 3 large egg yolks
• 1 cup sugar
• 2 teaspoons vanilla

Instructions

• Place whipping cream, milk, egg yolks, and sugar in a large saucepan. Whisk constantly over medium heat for 8 to 10 minutes, or until mixture is slightly thickened.
• Add vanilla and remove from heat.
• Allow cream mixture to cool completely (at least 1 hour). To prevent a “skin” from forming, cover custard mixture with a layer of plastic wrap. Chill for 8 to 24 hours.
• Pour mixture into ice cream freezer container and process according to manufacturer’s directions.
• Freeze in an airtight container.

Nutrition

Serving: 1/2 cup | Calories: 354kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 15g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 163mg | Sodium: 57mg | Sugar: 28g

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Last Bite

If you churn up a batch of this Homemade Vanilla Ice Cream, leave a comment below and tell me how it turned out – or share your favorite toppings and mix-ins. I love hearing all the creative ways you enjoy it!