Creamy Treat Ice Cream (Printable)
Rich and velvety vanilla cream made from scratch with simple ingredients
# What You'll Need:
→ Dairy
01 - 2 cups heavy cream
02 - 1 cup whole milk
03 - 4 large egg yolks
→ Sweeteners
04 - 3/4 cup granulated sugar
→ Flavorings
05 - 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
06 - Pinch of fine sea salt
# How-To Steps:
01 - Combine milk, heavy cream, and half of the sugar in a medium saucepan. Heat over medium heat until just steaming, not boiling.
02 - Whisk egg yolks with remaining sugar and salt in a separate bowl until pale and slightly thickened.
03 - Gradually pour hot milk mixture into yolks while whisking constantly to temper the eggs.
04 - Return mixture to saucepan. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon until custard thickens enough to coat the back of the spoon (170-175°F). Do not boil.
05 - Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
06 - Pour custard through a fine-mesh sieve into a clean bowl. Cool to room temperature, then cover and refrigerate at least 3 hours or overnight.
07 - Churn chilled custard in ice cream maker according to manufacturer's instructions until thick and creamy.
08 - Transfer to a lidded container and freeze for at least 4 hours until firm.
09 - Let sit at room temperature for a few minutes before scooping and serving.
# Expert Suggestions:
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- It creates a texture so smooth it puts store bought versions to shame.
- The pure vanilla flavor is a timeless classic that never disappoints.
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- Patience during the chilling phase is crucial for a smooth final texture.
- Keep the heat very low when thickening the custard to avoid scrambling the eggs.
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- Chill your ice cream canister in the freezer for a full day before using.
- Press plastic wrap directly onto the surface of the custard to prevent a skin from forming.