Indulging in homemade ice cream is not only a delightful treat but also a creative culinary adventure. With just a few simple ingredients and easy-to-follow recipes, you can whip up delicious ice creams right in your own kitchen. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to embark on a journey of frozen delights!
Vanilla bean ice cream:
Ingredients:
2 cups heavy cream
1 cup whole milk
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1 vanilla bean (or 2 teaspoons vanilla extract)
Instructions:
- In a saucepan, heat the heavy cream, whole milk, and sugar over medium heat until the sugar dissolves. Do not boil.
- Split the vanilla bean lengthwise and scrape out the seeds. Add both the seeds and the pod to the cream mixture.
- Remove from heat and let it cool to room temperature. Then, cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Once chilled, remove the vanilla bean pod and churn the mixture in an ice cream maker according to the manufacturer's instructions.
- Transfer the churned ice cream to a container and freeze for a few hours until firm. Enjoy your homemade vanilla bean ice cream!
Chocolate chip cookie dough ice cream:
Ingredients:
2 cups heavy cream
1 cup whole milk
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
1/2 cup prepared cookie dough (store-bought or homemade)
Instructions:
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, whole milk, brown sugar, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Pour the mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions.
- While churning, chop the cookie dough into small pieces and set aside.
- When the ice cream is almost done churning, add the mini chocolate chips and chopped cookie dough. Continue churning until evenly mixed.
- Transfer the ice cream to a container and freeze until firm. Serve scoops of this delicious chocolate chip cookie dough ice cream.
Strawberry banana ice cream:
Ingredients:
3 ripe bananas, sliced and frozen
1 cup frozen strawberries
1/2 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional, adjust to taste)
Instructions:
- Place the frozen banana slices, frozen strawberries, milk, and sweetener (if using) in a blender or food processor.
- Blend until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed to ensure even blending.
- If the mixture is too thick, you can add more milk a little at a time until you reach your desired consistency.
- Once smooth, transfer the mixture to a container and freeze for about 1-2 hours to firm up slightly.
- Scoop out the strawberry banana nice cream into bowls or cones and enjoy this refreshing and healthy treat!
