Ice Cream Recipe

Make the Ice Cream Base In a medium saucepan, combine the heavy cream, whole milk, sugar, vanilla extract, and salt.

2.Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until it reaches a gentle simmer. Do not let it boil.

3.Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the mixture cool to room temperature.

4.Once cooled, cover the saucepan and refrigerate the mixture for at least 4 hours or overnight.

Churn the Ice Cream After the mixture has chilled, pour it into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions.

6.While the ice cream is churning, prepare your desired flavorings and toppings.

Add Flavoring If you want to add fresh berries, gently fold them into the churned ice cream during the last few minutes of churning.

8.For chocolate chip or nut flavors, sprinkle the chocolate chips or chopped nuts into the ice cream during the last minute of churning.

Freeze the Ice Cream Once the ice cream has reached a soft-serve consistency, transfer it to an airtight container and freeze for at least 2 hours to firm up.

Serve the Ice Cream When ready to serve, scoop the homemade ice cream into bowls or cones, and add your favorite toppings such as whipped cream, sprinkles, chocolate sauce, caramel sauce, and maraschino cherries.