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Custard Ice Cream Recipe

Published: May 20, 2025 Prep Time: About 30 minutes Cook Time: About 20 minutes Total Time: About 50 minutes Serves: 1 quart Difficulty: Medium Category: Dessert Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 6 large egg yolks
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. In saucepan, heat cream and milk over medium heat
  2. In bowl, whisk egg yolks and sugar
  3. Gradually add hot cream mixture to egg yolks
  4. Return to saucepan and cook over low heat
  5. Stir constantly until mixture thickens
  6. Remove from heat and add vanilla and salt
  7. Strain through fine mesh sieve
  8. Cool completely
  9. Churn in ice cream maker according to manufacturer's directions
  10. Freeze until firm

Special Notes

This rich custard ice cream is perfect for special occasions. The combination of egg yolks and cream creates a luxurious texture. The key is to cook the custard slowly to prevent curdling. This ice cream is perfect for serving with desserts and can be made ahead of time. For extra flavor, you can add different extracts or mix-ins. The ice cream should be stored in the freezer.

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