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Strawberry Vanilla Bean Ice Cream

A delightful combination of creamy textures and fruity flavors, this homemade Strawberry Vanilla Bean Ice Cream is the perfect way to celebrate Father's Day with a sweet treat that brings a smile to any dad's face.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 4 hours
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dessert, Ice Cream
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ice Cream Base
  • 1 cup heavy cream Use fresh heavy cream for the best flavor.
  • 1 cup whole milk Whole milk adds creaminess.
  • 1 cup sugar Divided into two parts.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract For an additional vanilla flavor.
  • 1 pod vanilla bean, split lengthwise Or use 1 teaspoon of vanilla bean paste.
Strawberry Mixture
  • 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced Ripe strawberries for the best flavor.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a medium bowl, combine the sliced strawberries and half of the sugar. Let the mixture sit for about 20 minutes to macerate.
  2. Using a blender or food processor, puree the macerated strawberries until smooth but still a bit chunky if you prefer some texture.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, whole milk, remaining sugar, vanilla extract, and the scraped seeds from the vanilla bean pod until the sugar is dissolved.
  4. Add the strawberry puree into the cream mixture and stir gently to combine.
  5. Cover the mixture and let it chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
Churning and Freezing
  1. Pour the chilled mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions, usually about 20 to 25 minutes.
  2. Transfer the ice cream to an airtight container and freeze for at least 4 hours, or until hardened.
Serving
  1. Scoop, garnish as desired, and enjoy your homemade strawberry vanilla bean ice cream!

Notes

Fresh ripe strawberries are essential for the best flavor. Make sure to chill the mixture to achieve a creamy texture. If you don’t have an ice cream maker, use a heavy-duty blender or follow a no-churn method.