Homemade Ice Cream Recipe
This Homemade Ice Cream Recipe is a creamy, dreamy frozen treat that you can whip up in under an hour—no fancy ingredients, just simple goodness. Perfect for a sweet treat after dinner or a crowd-pleasing dessert at your next barbecue.
Ingredients
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk (substitute oat milk for a lighter twist)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract (use Nielsen-Massey for top quality)
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt (balances sweetness)
- 1 cup fresh berries
- 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts
- 1 (14-ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
Instructions
- Pour chilled heavy cream into a cold bowl. Whip on medium until soft peaks form.
- Whisk whole milk with sugar, vanilla extract, and salt until sugar dissolves.
- Gently fold sweetened milk into whipped cream.
- Refrigerate mixture for 20-30 minutes.
- Pour chilled base into ice cream maker and churn for 20-25 minutes.
- Sprinkle in berries, chocolate chips, or nuts in the last 5 minutes of churning.
- Transfer ice cream to a container and freeze for 2-4 hours.
Notes
Chill all ingredients before making for best results. Experiment with different mix-ins like fruit, chocolate, or nuts. Serve in waffle bowls for a fun presentation.
Nutrition
Calories: 250kcal
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