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Creamy Old-Fashioned Vanilla Ice Cream

Creamy Old-Fashioned Vanilla Ice Cream for Sweet Nostalgia

Homemade Creamy Old-Fashioned Vanilla Ice Cream delivers a rich, creamy texture that's customizable, making it the perfect treat for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 5 hours
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 cups Heavy Whipping Cream Provides the creamy texture.
  • 1 cup Sugar Ensure it dissolves completely.
  • 2 teaspoons Pure Vanilla Extract Enhances vanilla flavor.
  • 1 whole Vanilla Bean Infuses authentic vanilla flavor.
Optional Ingredients
  • 1 tablespoon Cocoa Powder For chocolate variation.
  • Mix-Ins Chopped nuts, cookies, or fruits.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • ice cream maker
  • Freezer-safe Container

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Combine heavy whipping cream and sugar in a mixing bowl. Whisk until the sugar dissolves completely, about 2-3 minutes.
  2. Add pure vanilla extract to the mixture and stir until combined.
  3. Slice the vanilla bean and scrape the seeds into the mixture, adding the pod as well.
  4. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  5. Remove the vanilla pod and churn the mixture in an ice cream maker for about 25 minutes.
  6. Transfer the churned ice cream to a freezer-safe container and freeze for at least 4 hours.

Nutrition

Serving: 1scoopCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 3gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 11gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4.5gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 40mgPotassium: 200mgSugar: 18gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 70mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Start with cold ingredients for better churning. Allow ice cream to soften before serving for easier scooping.

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