Sure, here’s a simple homemade ice cream recipe that doesn’t require an ice cream maker:
Ingredients:
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions:
- Mix Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, whole milk, sugar, vanilla extract, and salt until the sugar is completely dissolved.
- Chill Mixture: Cover the bowl and refrigerate the mixture for at least 2 hours, or overnight. This step helps to chill the mixture and allows the flavors to meld.
- Freeze: Once the mixture is chilled, pour it into a shallow, freezer-safe container. A metal or glass baking dish works well for this. Cover the container with plastic wrap or a lid.
- Freeze Again: Place the container in the freezer and let it freeze for about 1-2 hours, or until the mixture begins to firm up around the edges.
- Mix: Remove the container from the freezer and use a spoon or spatula to stir the mixture, breaking up any frozen sections and mixing them into the softer areas.
- Repeat: Return the container to the freezer and continue to freeze for another 1-2 hours. Repeat the mixing process every 1-2 hours until the ice cream is uniformly frozen and reaches your desired consistency.
- Serve: Once the ice cream is frozen to your liking, scoop it into bowls or cones and enjoy! You can also add toppings like chocolate chips, nuts, or fruit syrup if desired.
Remember, homemade ice cream tends to freeze harder than store-bought varieties due to the lack of stabilizers and preservatives, so you may need to let it sit at room temperature for a few minutes before scooping. Enjoy your delicious homemade treat!
