Old Fashioned Homemade Strawberry Ice Cream Recipe
If you're looking for a delicious and refreshing summer treat, look no further than this old fashioned homemade strawberry ice cream recipe. Made with fresh strawberries and rich cream, this ice cream is the perfect balance of sweet and creamy, with a hint of tangy strawberry flavor. Best of all, it's easy to make at home, so you can enjoy this delicious dessert any time you want.
Ingredients
- 1 pint fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
1. In a medium bowl, combine the sliced strawberries and 1/2 cup of the sugar. Stir to coat the strawberries in the sugar, then cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or overnight.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, whole milk, vanilla extract, salt, and remaining 1/2 cup of sugar until well combined. Stir in the chilled strawberries and their juices.
3. Pour the mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to manufacturer's instructions, until the ice cream is thick and creamy.
4. Transfer the ice cream to a freezer-safe container and freeze for at least 2 hours, or until firm.
Tips
- For a smoother ice cream, strain the strawberry mixture before adding it to the cream and milk mixture.
- Use the freshest strawberries you can find for the best flavor.
- For an extra burst of strawberry flavor, add a few drops of strawberry extract to the cream and milk mixture.
- If you don't have an ice cream maker, you can still make this recipe. Pour the mixture into a large baking dish and freeze for 1 hour, stirring every 15 minutes, until thick and creamy.
Conclusion
There's nothing like a scoop of homemade strawberry ice cream on a hot summer day. With this easy recipe, you can enjoy the creamy, tangy flavor of fresh strawberries anytime you want. So grab your ice cream maker and get churning!