
Vanilla Ice Cream
- Serves : 4
- Type : Dessert
This classic creamy vanilla ice cream is the perfect summer treat.
Ingredients
- 180ml whipping cream
- 180ml full cream milk
- 1 tsp vanilla bean paste
- 4 egg yolks
- 65g caster sugar
Top tip!
For an extra-special treat, why not enjoy your home-made vanilla ice cream in a delicious knickerbocker glory.
Method
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Whip the cream and place in a saucepan with the milk and vanilla bean paste. Gently bring to the boil, then take off the heat and allow to cool.
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Beat the egg yolks and sugar together in a bowl.
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Return the saucepan to the heat and gently bring back to the boil. Pour in the egg mixture and beat together.
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Allow to cool. Set the timer on your ice cream maker for 25 minutes. Pour the mixture into the bowl with the paddle running and leave to freeze-churn.
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If you prefer a firmer consistency, place the bowl of ice cream in your freezer for a further 30 minutes or so.
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