Strawberry Vanilla Bean Ice Cream – A Dreamy Summer Must-Have! 🍦🍓

Strawberry Vanilla Bean Ice Cream – A Dreamy Summer Must-Have! 🍦🍓

Treat yourself to the creamy delight of Strawberry Vanilla Bean Ice Cream, a luscious homemade dessert that perfectly blends fresh strawberries with the rich essence of real vanilla. Ideal for hot days, this indulgent treat is bound to be a favorite among family and friends!

Ingredients:

• 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 vanilla bean, split and seeds scraped
• 2 cups heavy cream
• 1 cup whole milk
• 6 large egg yolks

Instructions:

1. Cook the Strawberries: In a saucepan, combine the strawberries, sugar, and vanilla bean seeds. Cook over medium heat until the strawberries soften and the sugar dissolves. Allow to cool.
2. Heat the Cream: In a separate saucepan, heat the heavy cream and milk until it simmers, then remove from heat.
3. Prepare the Custard: Whisk the egg yolks in a bowl. Gradually add the hot cream mixture while whisking continuously.
4. Thicken the Custard: Return the mixture to the saucepan and cook over low heat, stirring until thickened.
5. Cool the Custard: Strain the mixture into a bowl and let it cool. Refrigerate until cold.
6. Churn the Ice Cream: Pour the chilled mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
7. Add Strawberries: In the last few minutes of churning, add the cooled strawberry mixture.
8. Freeze & Serve: Transfer the ice cream to a container and freeze until firm. Enjoy!

Total Time: 4 hrs 40 mins
Servings: 8

Scoop up a taste of summer with this rich, fruity Strawberry Vanilla Bean Ice Cream! 🍓🍦