Description
This easy vanilla ice cream recipe uses just two simple ingredients—vanilla custard and double cream—to create a creamy, indulgent dessert. Whether you have an ice cream machine or not, this recipe guides you through both churning methods so you can enjoy homemade vanilla ice cream with minimal effort and maximum flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
Ingredients
- 500g pot of good-quality vanilla custard
- 284ml carton double cream
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine the 500g of good-quality vanilla custard and 284ml of double cream. Mix thoroughly until the ingredients are well blended to ensure uniform flavor and texture.
- Churn Using Ice Cream Machine: Pour the custard and cream mixture into your ice cream machine. Churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions until the ice cream reaches a scoopable consistency. Once churned, transfer the ice cream into a freezer-safe container and freeze until firm and ready to serve.
- Churn by Hand (No Machine): Place the custard and cream mixture into a freezer-safe bowl and freeze for about 90 minutes until it begins to freeze around the edges. Remove from the freezer and stir vigorously to break up any ice crystals. Repeat this freezing and stirring process two more times to achieve a smooth, creamy texture. After the final stir, transfer to a suitable container and freeze until completely set.
Notes
- Using a high-quality vanilla custard enhances the flavor depth of the ice cream.
- If you don’t have an ice cream machine, the hand-churning method works well but requires more attention for stirring.
- For best results, ensure the mixture is cold before churning to speed up the freezing process.
- You can add mix-ins like chocolate chips or fruit after the initial churning step if desired.
- Store ice cream in an airtight container to prevent freezer burn and maintain freshness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Churning
- Cuisine: International
Keywords: vanilla ice cream, easy homemade ice cream, no churn ice cream, ice cream machine recipe, creamy vanilla dessert
