Making ice cream at home is a fun and delicious activity. Here’s a simple recipe for making vanilla ice cream without an ice cream maker.
Ingredients:
– 2 cups heavy cream (whipping cream)
– 1 cup whole milk
– 3/4 cup granulated sugar
– 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
– Pinch of salt
Instructions:
1. Chill the bowl: Place a large mixing bowl in the freezer for 15-30 minutes before starting the process. This will help keep the mixture cold while making the ice cream.
2. Mix the ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, milk, sugar, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until the sugar is fully dissolved.
3. Combine the mixture: Take the chilled mixing bowl from the freezer and pour the ice cream into it.
4. Freeze the mixture: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid. Place the bowl in the freezer and set it for about 1 hour.
5. Stir the mixture: After an hour, remove the bowl from the freezer and use a handheld electric mixer or a whisk to beat the mixture. This will help break up any ice crystals that may have formed and ensure a smoother texture.
6. Repeat the freezing and stirring process: Return the bowl to the freezer and repeat the stirring process every 30 minutes for 2-3 hours. The more times you do this, the creamier and smoother the ice cream will be.
7. Final freezing: After the last stirring session, let the ice cream freeze for another 2-4 hours or until it reaches the desired consistency.
8. Serve and enjoy: Once the ice cream has frozen, it’s ready to serve! You can enjoy it as it is or add your favourite toppings and sauces.
The process will be much easier if you have an ice cream maker. Simply follow the manufacturer’s instructions for making ice cream using your specific machine.
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