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Dad's Vanilla Ice Cream

This homemade vanilla ice cream recipe is an old-fashioned custard-style dessert that churns up wonderfully rich, smooth, and creamy.
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Freezing Time6 hours
Total Time6 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 8 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • ½ teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 1 pint heavy whipping cream
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Instructions

  • Whisk the eggs, sugar and salt. In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the sugar, eggs and fine sea salt until smooth and slightly pale.
  • Warm the milk. In a medium saucepan, heat the whole milk over medium heat until it is steaming but not boiling.
  • Temper the eggs. While whisking constantly, slowly drizzle about 1 cup of the hot milk into the egg mixture until combined. Then slowly pour the tempered egg mixture back into the saucepan with the remaining milk, whisking constantly.
  • Cook the custard. Continue cooking the mixture over medium-low heat, stirring often, until it thickens slightly and coats the back of a spoon, about 5 to 8 minutes. Do not let it boil.
  • Add the cream and vanilla. Remove the pan from the heat. Stir in the heavy whipping cream and vanilla extract until combined.
  • Chill. Pour the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a clean bowl or container. Cover and refrigerate until completely chilled, at least 4 hours or overnight.
  • Churn. Churn the ice cream in an ice cream maker according to the manufacturer’s instructions, until thick and creamy.
  • Freeze. Transfer the ice cream to a freezer-safe container, cover, and freeze for at least 2 to 4 hours, or until firm enough to scoop. Serve and enjoy!!