Homemade Strawberry Ice Cream Recipe
Indulge in the ultimate summer treat with this creamy, dreamy homemade strawberry ice cream! Packed with fresh, ripe strawberries and a velvety smooth base, this recipe transforms simple ingredients into a dessert that'll make your taste buds dance with joy! 🍓🍦
Equipment
- Ice cream maker
- Blender or food processor
- Large mixing bowl
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Freezer-safe container
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh strawberries hulled
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
Strawberry Preparation
- Wash and hull fresh strawberries
- Mash strawberries using a fork or pulse in blender
- Sprinkle 1/4 cup sugar over mashed strawberries
- Let sit for 30 minutes to release juices
Create Cream Base
- In a large bowl, whisk remaining sugar, cream, milk, vanilla, and salt
- Ensure sugar completely dissolves
- Gently mix in mashed strawberries
Churning Magic
- Pour mixture into ice cream maker
- Churn for 20-25 minutes until thick and creamy
- Mixture should have soft-serve consistency
Freezing
- Transfer to freezer-safe container
- Freeze for 2-3 hours until firm
- Let sit at room temperature for 5 minutes before serving
Notes
- Use ripe, sweet strawberries for best flavor
- Optional: Strain strawberry seeds for smoother texture
- No ice cream maker? Try no-churn method with condensed milk
Nutritional Information
- Calories: 250 per 1/2 cup serving
- Total Fat: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Protein: 2g
- Vitamin C: 30% Daily Value