There’s something magical about making ice cream at home, especially when you involve the kids. It’s like conducting a delicious science experiment that ends with a scrumptious treat! Ready to be the coolest parent on the block? These homemade ice cream recipes are not only easy to follow but are also perfect for turning a regular afternoon into an extraordinary one.
Classic Vanilla Ice Cream
Ingredients:
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions:
- In a mixing bowl, combine all ingredients and whisk until sugar is dissolved.
- Pour the mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
- Once the ice cream has reached a soft-serve consistency, transfer it to a freezer-safe container.
- Freeze for at least 4 hours before serving.
Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Ice Cream
Ingredients:
- 1 recipe of Classic Vanilla Ice Cream (above)
- 1/2 cup cookie dough, chopped into small chunks (store-bought or homemade)
Instructions:
- Prepare the vanilla ice cream mixture as described.
- About 5 minutes before the churning is complete, add the cookie dough chunks into the ice cream maker.
- Follow the same steps to transfer and freeze the ice cream.