Homemade Strawberry Vanilla Bean Ice Cream Recipe
This homemade strawberry vanilla bean ice cream is bursting with fresh strawberry flavor and the warm, aromatic essence of real vanilla bean. Made with simple ingredients, it's a creamy, delicious dessert perfect for hot summer days. Enjoy this rich, homemade ice cream as a scoop on its own or paired with your favorite treats!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 5 hours (including chilling & freezing)
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Churned
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and chopped
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 1 vanilla bean, split and scraped
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 4 large egg yolks
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix strawberries with ¼ cup sugar and let sit for 15 minutes. Mash slightly.
- In a saucepan, heat heavy cream, milk, vanilla bean seeds, and remaining sugar over medium heat until warm.
- In a separate bowl, whisk egg yolks. Gradually temper yolks by adding warm cream mixture slowly while whisking.
- Return mixture to saucepan and cook over low heat, stirring until thickened. Do not boil.
- Remove from heat, stir in vanilla extract and salt, then strain. Cool completely.
- Fold in macerated strawberries, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
- Churn in an ice cream maker according to the manufacturer's instructions. Freeze until firm.
Notes
- Use ripe, sweet strawberries for the best flavor.
- For a smoother texture, blend strawberries before adding.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 scoop
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 40mg