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Delicious bowl of strawberry vanilla bean ice cream topped with fresh strawberries

Strawberry Vanilla Bean Ice Cream

A delightful combination of fresh strawberries and aromatic vanilla, this creamy ice cream brings summer to your spoon.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 5 hours
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings
Calories 280 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Ice Cream Base

  • 2 cups heavy cream Luxuriously creamy with a velvety texture.
  • 1 cup whole milk Adds a touch of richness.
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar Enhances the natural flavors.
  • 1 vanilla bean Use the seeds and pod for flavor.
  • 1/2 tsp salt Elevates all sweet notes.

For the Strawberry Mixture

  • 1 1/2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and chopped Juicy pieces for a natural flavor.
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar To enhance sweetness of strawberries.
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice Brightens the strawberry flavor.

Instructions
 

Make the Ice Cream Base

  • Combine heavy cream, whole milk, granulated sugar, and salt in a saucepan.
  • Cut the vanilla bean lengthwise and scrape out the seeds, adding them, along with the pod, to the mixture.
  • Heat gently over medium, stirring until sugar dissolves, then steep for 10 minutes.
  • Remove the vanilla pod, cool the mixture, and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.

Prepare the Strawberry Swirl

  • Blend fresh strawberries with sugar and lemon juice until desired consistency is achieved.
  • Set aside the strawberry mixture.

Churn the Ice Cream

  • Pour the chilled ice cream base into the ice cream maker and churn according to manufacturer's instructions.

Swirl in the Strawberry Mixture

  • Scoop half of the churned ice cream into a container and drizzle with the strawberry swirl.
  • Add the remaining ice cream and swirl gently to create a marbled effect.

Freeze and Serve

  • Cover and freeze for at least 4 hours or until fully set before serving.

Notes

Use fresh, ripe strawberries for the best flavor. Chill your ice cream maker bowl beforehand.
Keyword homemade ice cream, Ice Cream Recipe, Strawberry Ice Cream, Summer Dessert, Vanilla Bean Ice Cream