Country Style Vanilla Ice Cream
Creamy, rich, and irresistibly smooth, this Country Style Vanilla Ice Cream recipe is a nostalgic treat that brings homemade indulgence back to life. Made with a luscious custard base of heavy cream, whole milk, and egg yolks, this recipe features the aromatic depth of real vanilla bean, ensuring every scoop bursts with authentic flavor. The slow cooking process for the custard creates a velvety texture, while chilling and churning promise airy perfection. With just a few simple ingredients and an ice cream maker, you can whip up this timeless dessert perfect for summer days, dinner parties, or sweet cravings. Serve it solo to savor its pure vanilla essence or dress it up with warm fruit compote, chocolate sauce, or a sprinkle of nuts for an unforgettable treat!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Heavy cream
- 1 cup Whole milk
- 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
- 1 bean Vanilla bean (or pure vanilla extract)
- 4 pieces Large egg yolks
- 0.125 teaspoon Salt
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the heavy cream, whole milk, and half of the sugar (3/8 cup). Split the vanilla bean lengthwise, scrape out the seeds, and add both the seeds and the bean pod to the saucepan. Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until it reaches a gentle simmer. Do not let it boil.
Meanwhile, in a mixing bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, remaining sugar (3/8 cup), and salt until the mixture is pale and thick.
Temper the egg yolks by slowly whisking in about 1/2 cup of the hot cream mixture. Then gradually pour the tempered egg mixture back into the saucepan with the remaining cream, stirring constantly.
Reduce the heat to low and cook the custard, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon or heatproof spatula, until it thickens enough to coat the back of the spoon. This should take about 5–7 minutes. Do not let the mixture boil, as this can curdle the eggs.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and strain the custard through a fine-mesh sieve into a clean bowl. Discard the vanilla bean pod. If using vanilla extract instead of a vanilla bean, stir in 2 teaspoons of pure vanilla extract at this stage.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap, pressing the wrap directly onto the surface of the custard to prevent a skin from forming. Chill the custard in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or until completely cold.
Once chilled, pour the custard into your ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions. This typically takes 20–25 minutes.
Transfer the churned ice cream to an airtight container and freeze for at least 2 hours to firm up before serving.
Serve the country-style vanilla ice cream on its own or paired with your favorite toppings and desserts.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2550 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 185.8 g | 238% | |
| Saturated Fat | 106.9 g | 535% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1245 mg | 415% | |
| Sodium | 578 mg | 25% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 164.2 g | 60% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 162.6 g | ||
| Protein | 18.8 g | 38% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.5 mcg | 22% | |
| Calcium | 388 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 1.8 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 447 mg | 10% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
