Who doesn’t love ice cream, especially in the scorching summers? Homemade ice cream is not only easy to make but also tastes much better than store-bought ice cream.
In this article, we will share a recipe for strawberry ice cream that can be made easily at home.
: Ingredients
- 2 cups of fresh strawberries
- 1 cup of whole milk
- 3 egg yolks
- 1 cup of heavy cream
- ½ cup of granulated sugar
- 1 tsp of vanilla extract
- A pinch of salt
: Instructions
Step 1: Preparation
Wash the strawberries and remove the stems. Cut them into small pieces and keep them aside. Take a medium-sized saucepan, pour the milk and cream into it, and heat it on medium heat. Keep stirring it to avoid burning.
Once it starts to simmer, remove it from the heat and keep it aside.
Step 2: Mix the Sugar and Egg Yolks
In a mixing bowl, whisk the egg yolks and sugar together. Keep whisking until you get a light and fluffy consistency.
Step 3: Add the Strawberry
Add the cut strawberries to the egg and sugar mix, and whisk until they mix well.
Step 4: Combine the Mixtures
Pour the heated milk and cream mixture into the mixing bowl with the egg, sugar, and strawberry mixture. Mix it well until the ingredients are combined thoroughly. Then, pour the mixture back into the saucepan and put it on medium heat.
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Step 5: Cook the Mixture
Cook the mixture in the saucepan until it thickens and is hot enough. Keep stirring the mixture continuously to avoid any lumps.
Step 6: Add the Vanilla Extract and Salt
Once the mixture has thickened, add the vanilla extract and a pinch of salt to it. Stir it well to combine.
Step 7: Cool the Mixture
Take the mixture off the heat and let it cool down. Refrigerate the mixture for about 4 to 5 hours or until it’s completely chilled.
Step 8: Churn the Mixture
Once the mixture is cold, churn it in an ice cream maker according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
Step 9: Freeze the Ice Cream
Put the churned ice cream into an airtight container and freeze it for at least 2 to 3 hours or until it’s firm.
Enjoy your delicious homemade strawberry ice cream with your family and friends!.
