Homemade Strawberry Ice Cream
Cool down with a scoop of this creamy Homemade Strawberry Ice Cream—made with real strawberries for a sweet, refreshing burst of flavor in every bite!
Ingredients
- 2 cups chopped strawberries
- 1 cup sugar divided
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- Dash of salt
Instructions
- Freeze the ice cream bowl of a 2QT ice cream maker overnight.
- In a medium bowl, mix chopped strawberries with 1/2 cup of sugar. Let it sit for 15 minutes to release juices.
- Blend the strawberries until smooth.
- In a large bowl, combine the strawberry puree, heavy cream, whole milk, vanilla extract, salt, and the remaining 1/2 cup of sugar. Mix well.
- Pour the mixture into the ice cream maker and churn per the manufacturer's instructions, usually around 30 minutes.
- Serve immediately for a soft-serve texture.
- For firmer ice cream, transfer it to a loaf pan, cover with plastic wrap, and freeze for at least 6 hours or overnight.
- Scoop the frozen ice cream into bowls or cones and enjoy!
Notes
Notes: Garnish with extra chopped strawberries or whipped cream if desired.