Irresistible Vanilla Strawberry Ice Cream Recipe

Indulge in the satisfaction of creating a delectable treat for yourself and your loved ones with this Homemade Vanilla Strawberry Ice Cream recipe. Let’s dive in and uncover the secrets to its creamy goodness!

Ingredients:

• 2 cups of heavy cream
• 1 cup of whole milk
• 3/4 cup of granulated sugar
• 1 vanilla bean, split lengthwise (or 2 teaspoons of pure vanilla extract)
• 1 cup of fresh strawberries, hulled and chopped
• 1/4 cup of strawberry jam or preserves

Instructions:

1. In a medium saucepan, gently combine the heavy cream, whole milk, and granulated sugar over medium heat. Stir continuously until the sugar dissolves completely, ensuring not to bring the mixture to a boil.
2. If opting for a vanilla bean, scrape the seeds from the split pod and add both the seeds and the pod to the cream mixture. Alternatively, if using vanilla extract, omit this step.
3. Once the sugar has fully dissolved, remove the saucepan from the heat and allow the mixture to cool to room temperature. This step is crucial for the flavors to harmonize.
4. While the mixture cools, use a blender or food processor to puree the fresh strawberries until smooth. For those who enjoy small strawberry pieces in their ice cream, pulse the blender a few times instead of pureeing completely.
5. Once the cream mixture has cooled sufficiently, discard the vanilla bean pod if used and blend in the strawberry puree and strawberry jam until thoroughly incorporated.
6. Transfer the blended mixture to an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions until it reaches a soft-serve consistency.
7. For a firmer texture, transfer the churned ice cream into a freezer-safe container and freeze for an additional 2-4 hours until solid.
8. Serve generous scoops of the homemade vanilla strawberry ice cream in bowls or cones, and relish the delightful fusion of creamy vanilla and luscious strawberries!