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Homemade Strawberry Ice Cream Recipe

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  • Author: Chef
  • Total Time: 4 hours 45 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Homemade Strawberry Ice Cream recipe delivers a creamy, refreshing frozen dessert bursting with fresh strawberry flavor. Using simple ingredients like fresh strawberries, cream, and milk, it’s perfect for cooling off on warm summer days or impressing guests at special occasions.

Ingredients

Strawberry Mixture

  • 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

Ice Cream Base

  • 1½ cups granulated sugar (remaining ¾ cup minus ¼ used with strawberries)
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Prepare Strawberry Mixture: Combine the fresh sliced strawberries with ¼ cup of the sugar and the lemon juice in a bowl. Let the mixture stand for 20 minutes to macerate, which will help release the juices and enhance the flavor.
  2. Mash or Blend Strawberries: After macerating, mash the strawberries lightly with a fork or blend briefly until they are slightly chunky, retaining some texture for the ice cream.
  3. Make Ice Cream Base: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, whole milk, remaining sugar (¾ cup minus ¼ cup used earlier), vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until the sugar fully dissolves, creating a smooth base.
  4. Combine Mixtures: Stir the strawberry mixture into the ice cream base until evenly distributed, ensuring a consistent strawberry flavor throughout.
  5. Chill Mixture: Cover and chill the combined mixture in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours. Chilling helps the ice cream base thicken and improves texture when churned.
  6. Churn Ice Cream: Pour the chilled mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions, usually about 25 minutes, until it reaches a soft-serve consistency.
  7. Freeze for Firmness: Transfer the churned ice cream to an airtight container and freeze for 2 to 4 hours to firm up before serving.

Notes

  • Use ripe, sweet strawberries for the best natural sweetness and flavor intensity.
  • For added texture, fold in chopped strawberries into the ice cream after churning.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight freezer-safe container to maintain freshness for up to 2 weeks.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes (churning time)
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Churning
  • Cuisine: American

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