Strawberry Ice Cream
A delightful and refreshing homemade strawberry ice cream recipe, perfect for a summer treat. Easy to make with fresh strawberries and simple ingredients.
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 pounds fresh strawberries hulled and sliced
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1.5 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup milk whole milk recommended
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- In a bowl, toss the sliced strawberries with granulated sugar. Let them sit for about 10-15 minutes to macerate and release their juices.
- Puree the macerated strawberries (including the juices) using a blender or food processor until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, milk, vanilla extract, and salt until well combined.
- Pour the strawberry puree into the cream mixture and stir until evenly incorporated.
- Chill the mixture thoroughly in the refrigerator for at least 2-3 hours, or until very cold.
- Pour the chilled mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions until it reaches a soft-serve consistency.
- Transfer the ice cream to an airtight container and freeze for at least 2-4 hours to harden.
Notes
For an extra creamy texture, consider adding a tablespoon of corn syrup or a bit of cream cheese to the mixture before churning. Garnish with fresh strawberries if desired.