Homemade Strawberry Ice Cream
A creamy, dreamy homemade strawberry ice cream that’s perfect for summer days, evoking childhood memories and joyful gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 120 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Churning
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups strawberries, hulled and diced
- 2 Tbsp honey
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1/2 cup half and half
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the strawberries by washing and hulling them. Dice into small pieces and place in a bowl.
- Sweeten the strawberries by adding honey and lemon juice. Stir and let sit for 10-15 minutes.
- Mix the cream base by combining heavy cream, half and half, sugar, and vanilla extract in a separate bowl and whisking until smooth.
- Combine the strawberry mixture with the cream base. Fold gently and chill in the refrigerator for 1-2 hours.
- Churn the mixture in your ice cream maker according to the manufacturer’s instructions for 20-30 minutes.
- Freeze the ice cream in an airtight container for at least 4 hours for a firmer texture.
Notes
For a dairy-free version, use coconut cream and maple syrup. Consider adding other berries or chocolate chips for variations.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: strawberry ice cream, homemade dessert, summer treat, refreshing dessert