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Creamy Old-Fashioned Vanilla Ice Cream

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A nostalgic, easy-to-make homemade vanilla ice cream recipe with a rich custard base and deep vanilla flavor, perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups whole milk (480 ml)
  • 1 cup heavy cream (240 ml)
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar (150 g)
  • 5 large egg yolks
  • 1 whole vanilla bean, split and scraped (or 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract)
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Split the vanilla bean lengthwise and scrape out the seeds. Set seeds and pod aside.
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine whole milk, heavy cream, vanilla bean seeds, and pod. Warm over medium heat until just about to simmer (around 180°F / 82°C), about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat and let vanilla infuse for 15 minutes.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk egg yolks and granulated sugar vigorously until pale and thick, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Slowly pour about 1/2 cup (120 ml) of the warm milk mixture into the yolks while whisking constantly to temper the eggs. Then pour the yolk mixture back into the saucepan with the remaining milk.
  5. Return saucepan to medium-low heat. Stir constantly with a wooden spoon or heatproof spatula, scraping the bottom to prevent sticking. Cook until custard thickens and coats the back of the spoon, about 5-8 minutes, reaching 170°F (77°C). Do not overheat.
  6. Strain the custard through a fine mesh strainer into a clean bowl to remove vanilla pod and any cooked egg bits. Stir in a pinch of salt.
  7. Let custard cool at room temperature for 20 minutes, then cover with plastic wrap pressed directly on the surface. Chill in refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  8. Pour chilled custard into ice cream maker and churn according to manufacturer’s instructions, about 20-25 minutes, until thick and creamy.
  9. Transfer churned ice cream to a freezer-safe container, cover tightly, and freeze for at least 4 hours before serving.

Notes

Press plastic wrap directly on custard surface before chilling to prevent skin formation. Use a thermometer to avoid overheating custard. Chill custard thoroughly for best texture. If no ice cream maker is available, use the no-churn method by whipping heavy cream and folding in sweetened condensed milk and vanilla, then freeze.

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