Homemade Vanilla Ice Cream Recipe

Homemade Vanilla Ice Cream Recipe

This homemade vanilla ice cream is everything ice cream should be: creamy, smooth, and bursting with real vanilla flavor. Made with simple ingredients like cream, milk, egg yolks, and sugar, it’s a luxurious treat that’s far better than store-bought. Whether you enjoy it in a cone, with pie, or straight from the bowl, this timeless recipe is a must-have in your dessert collection.

⏱ Time Overview

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time (Custard): 10 minutes

Chill Time: 4 hours (or overnight)

Churn Time: 20–25 minutes

Total Time: ~5 hours (including chilling and churning)

Yield: About 1 quart (4 cups)

Ingredients

2 cups (480 ml) heavy cream, cold

1 cup (240 ml) whole milk

3/4 cup (150 g) granulated sugar

2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract

Pinch of salt

Instructions

1️⃣ Mix the Base

In a large mixing bowl, combine the milk and sugar.

Whisk vigorously until the sugar is completely dissolved — this ensures smooth texture.

 Add Cream & Flavor

Stir in the heavy cream, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt.

Mix well until fully blended.

3️⃣ Chill the Mixture

Cover the bowl and refrigerate the mixture for at least 2–4 hours, or ideally overnight.

4️⃣ Churn the Ice Cream

Pour the chilled mixture into your ice cream maker.

Churn according to your machine’s instructions (usually 20–25 minutes) until it reaches a soft-serve consistency.