Vanilla Ice Cream might have a reputation for being “basic,” but Vanilla Custard Ice Cream is anything but! It’s so good, you’ll eat it alone, but when paired with other desserts (cakes, pies, etc) it’s basically magic.
Easy Step-By-Step Instructions for Vanilla Custard Ice Cream
In microwave, heat ½ cup milk at high power for 45 seconds. Make sure it’s hot, but do NOT boil.In a small sauce pan, whisk together 2 tablespoons granulated sugar, 2 egg yolks, and ¼ teaspoon salt. While whisking vigorously, slowly drizzle in hot milk, and continue to whisk until completely incorporated.Add ½ cup half and half, and …… place over medium heat. Whisk constantly until the mixture begins to boil.Remove from heat, and add 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract,
1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk, and
1 2/3 cups heavy cream.
Whisk completely.
Cover mixture and refrigerate at least 2 hours.
Pour mixture into ice cream maker, and churn according to manufacturer’s instructions. When it’s finished churning, you can enjoy it immediately for a soft serve style treat, or …… transfer to an airtight freezer container, and allow to harden in the freezer. This takes several hours (overnight), but the end product is worth the wait!So scoop some up, and enjoy!
Free Printable Recipe for Old-Fashioned Vanilla Custard Ice Cream
In microwave, heat milk at high power for 45 seconds. Make sure it’s hot, but do NOT boil.
In a small sauce pan, whisk together sugar, egg yolks, and salt. While whisking vigorously, slowly drizzle in hot milk, and continue to whisk until completely incorporated. Add half and half, and place over medium heat. Whisk constantly until mixture begins to boil. Remove from heat, and add sweetened condensed milk, vanilla, and cream. Whisk completely.
Cover mixture and refrigerate at least 2 hours.
Churn mixture in ice cream maker according to manufacturer’s instructions. Enjoy it immediately, or transfer to an airtight freezer container, and allow to harden in the freezer.
