Creamy Homemade Strawberry Ice Cream

🍓 Creamy Homemade Strawberry Ice Cream

Nothing says summer quite like a scoop of fresh, fruity strawberry ice cream! This recipe is rich, creamy, and bursting with real strawberry flavor. Whether you're making it for a sunny afternoon treat or a family BBQ, this homemade version will blow store-bought ice cream out of the water.

🧺 Ingredients:

🔹️2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced

🔹️1 cup granulated sugar (divided)

🔹️2 cups heavy cream

🔹️1 cup whole milk

🔹️1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

🔹️A pinch of salt

👩‍🍳 Instructions:

✅️1. Macerate the Strawberries

In a mixing bowl, combine the sliced strawberries with ½ cup of sugar. Gently mash them with a fork or potato masher to release their juices.

Let them sit at room temperature for 20–30 minutes – this helps draw out their natural sweetness and flavor.

✅️2. Blend into Purée

Transfer the macerated strawberries to a blender or food processor. Blend until smooth, or leave some small chunks if you prefer a more rustic texture in your ice cream.

✅️3. Prepare the Cream Base

In a separate large bowl, whisk together:

2 cups heavy cream

1 cup whole milk

The remaining ½ cup of sugar

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

A pinch of salt

Mix until the sugar has completely dissolved.

✅️4. Combine Everything

Add the strawberry purée to the cream mixture. Stir well until fully combined and evenly pink.

✅️5. Churn the Ice Cream

Pour the mixture into your ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions (usually 20–25 minutes) until thick and creamy.

✅️6. Freeze Until Firm

Transfer the churned ice cream into an airtight container. Smooth the top, cover, and freeze for at least 4 hours or overnight for the best texture.

✅️7. Scoop & Enjoy!

When ready to serve, let the ice cream sit for a few minutes to soften slightly, then scoop and enjoy your homemade strawberry dream! 🍨🍓

👉 3 Tips for the Best Results:

↪️1. Use ripe, in-season strawberries

– They’re naturally sweeter and have a stronger flavor, making your ice cream even better.

↪️2. Chill the mixture before churning (optional but recommended)

– Letting the mixture chill in the fridge for 1–2 hours helps it churn faster and makes the texture smoother.

↪️3. Add mix-ins at the end

– If you like a little extra texture, stir in chopped fresh strawberries, white chocolate chips, or crushed cookies just before the end of churning.