Homemade Strawberry Vanilla Bean Ice Cream Recipe
Indulge in the ultimate homemade strawberry vanilla bean ice cream! Made with fresh strawberries, real vanilla bean, and creamy dairy, this delightful frozen dessert is perfect for summer days or any sweet craving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 30 minutes (including chilling & churning)
- Yield: 4 quart 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Churning
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and chopped
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 1 vanilla bean, split and scraped
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 4 large egg yolks
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix strawberries with ¼ cup sugar and let sit for 15 minutes. Blend until smooth.
- In a saucepan, heat cream, milk, vanilla bean, and remaining sugar over medium heat until warm.
- In a separate bowl, whisk egg yolks. Slowly add warm cream mixture, whisking constantly.
- Return the mixture to the saucepan and cook over low heat until thickened.
- Strain through a sieve and stir in vanilla extract and strawberry purée.
- Chill for at least 4 hours, then churn in an ice cream maker according to manufacturer instructions.
- Freeze until firm and enjoy!
Notes
- For extra texture, fold in chopped strawberries before freezing.
- Use high-quality vanilla bean for the best flavor.
- Let ice cream sit for 5 minutes before scooping for a softer texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ½ cup
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 40mg