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Homemade Vanilla Ice Cream

This post for Easy Homemade Vanilla Ice Cream was sponsored by Hamilton Beach, however, all opinions, as always are my own. 

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Easy Homemade Vanilla Ice Cream

There’s a first time for everything and for me today that’s making Easy Homemade Vanilla Ice Cream.

I’m so happy to be a part of this Ice Cream Party because I was able to make and taste homemade ice cream for the very first time.  Yes, I’ll give you a minute to recover from that statement.

And here’s another shocker…my husband never tasted homemade ice cream until today either.  Where in the world have we been living to make it this far in life without tasting something so incredibly delicious?

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How to Make Easy Homemade Vanilla Ice Cream

Make sure you print out the recipe below and save it for later!

Ingredients for the Ice Cream Base

3 cups granulated sugar
3 cups whole milk
6 cups whipping cream
1 tbsp vanilla extract
2 tbsp lemon juice
 
Ingredients for the Ice Cream Maker
8 lbs ice
3 cups rock salt

Let’s Make Ice Cream! 

This recipe couldn’t be more easier.  Combine all the ingredients together in a separate mixing bowl and then add to the ice cream maker insert.

Easy Homemade Vanilla Ice Cream Ingredients in Ice Cream Maker from Walking on Sunshine Recipes

Following the instructions in the manual, add the ice and rock salt to the machine and let the churning begin!

Ice Cream Maker with Ice and Rock Salt from Walking on Sunshine Recipes

After about 40 minutes, the machine started to slow down the ice cream looked like this:

Easy Homemade Vanilla Ice Cream after churning from Walking on Sunshine Recipes

Look how delicious!  Now comes the hard part..waiting.  Put the ice cream into a freezer safe container and freeze for about one to two hours before serving.

Homemade Vanilla Ice Cream finished churning from Walking on Sunshine Recipes

Favorite Ice Cream Toppings

Of course the ice cream is delicious just as it is, but it’s always fun to add your favorite toppings:

  • Chocolate sauce or fudge
  • Chopped walnuts or pecans
  • Different colored sprinkles
  • Homemade whipped cream

Homemade Vanilla Ice Cream FEATURED photo in blue bowl on white board

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The only thing missing from this dessert is a cookie or two! Here are a few yummy recipes that you might enjoy. 

Easy Homemade Vanilla Ice Cream in blue bowl

Homemade Vanilla Ice Cream

Homemade Vanilla Ice Cream

Yield: 8 servings

Easy Homemade Vanilla Ice Cream Recipe - smooth, creamy and so delicious! You'll love how easy this recipe is to make and keep cool on a hot summer day!

Ingredients

Ingredients for the Ice Cream Base

  • 3 cups granulated sugar
  • 3 cups whole milk
  • 6 cups whipping cream
  • 1 tbsp vanilla extract
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice

Ingredients for the Ice Cream Maker

  • 8 lbs ice
  • 3 cups rock salt

Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the sugar, milk, cream, vanilla extract and lemon juice. Whisk until mixed through.
  2. Pour the mixture into the canister, insert the dasher, and secure the lid tightly.
  3. Place the canister into the center of the bucket. Assemble the motor over the canister with the dasher shaft inserted into the hole in the bottom of the motor.
  4. Turn the motor counter clockwise to lock the motor onto the bucket.
  5. Place the bucket into the sink.
  6. Plug in the power cord. Allow the mixture to churn for a couple minutes before adding ice to the bucket.
  7. Unplug the motor. Add about 2 inches of ice to the bottom of the bucket and sprinkle on about a 1/2 cup of the rock salt. Repeat the layers until the bucket is completely full.
  8. Plug the motor back in and allow the ice cream to churn for 20-40 minutes, or until the machine slows or stops on it's own. Keep an eye on it and add more ice as needed.
  9. Remove the canister. If you wish to mix in items such as fresh berries, chocolate, nuts, etc, do so now with a long-handled rubber spatula.
  10. Replace the lid, insert the storage plug, and put the canister into the freezer for 1-2 hours before serving.

Notes

This recipe should yield around 8 to 12 servings.

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Nutrition Information:
Yield: 12 Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 639 Total Fat: 45g Saturated Fat: 29g Trans Fat: 1g Unsaturated Fat: 13g Cholesterol: 141mg Sodium: 28356mg Carbohydrates: 56g Fiber: 0g Sugar: 57g Protein: 5g
The nutrition information is calculated automatically. I cannot guarantee its accuracy. If this data is important to you, please verify with your trusted nutrition calculator.
© Lois
Cuisine: American / Category: Desserts
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Originally from Queens, NY, Lois now calls northeastern PA home. You can find her blogging over at Walking on Sunshine where she shares a little of her life, but more importantly what’s for dinner at her house tonight.

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Comments

  1. Joanna says

    How many servings does this recipe make? I am having a cookout with about 20 people and trying to decide if I should double it and if my ice cream maker will even have room to double the ingredients. Thank you!

    Reply

    • Lois says

      This recipe should make 8 to 12 servings. Please check your email as I sent you an email as well earlier this morning. Thank you for visiting.

      Reply

  3. Liz says

    I made this and put golden Oreos in it! To.die.for!!!!! Thanks so much!!
    Also wondering if you ever include the nutritional facts with your recipes?

    Reply

    • Lois says

      I love the Oreos in the ice cream! What a yummy idea. Thank you so much for visiting and leaving a comment. I sent you an email regarding the nutritional information for my recipes. Thank you!

      Reply

  4. Codi says

    This recipe was a real hit.🍨 I may try to add it to our offerings at the next catering job we do. Where do you get the inspiration for your recipes? I struggle with coming up with unique recipes.🌟

    Reply

  5. Maria says

    This ice-cream looks soooo yummy!and delicious! Great post 🙂 x
    It’s never too late for ice cream. 😉 One of my favorite flavors!! 🍨

    Reply

  6. Lily says

    These all looks so good!! I actually got an ice cream maker for my birthday few years ago, and I ain’t gonna use it until I move out, and this really inspired me! 🙂 can’t wait til I can start making my own ice creams, because I also love it all year around 😀

    Reply

  9. Linda Quigley says

    Oh my which one first. I think that I would start off with vanilla with lots of toppings for my Grandchildren. While I am making that first batch, I would be searching for lots of Ice Cream flavors and types. I would also want to try and make some gelato,

    Reply

  13. Anjum Chopra says

    Hi..i am just seems to be lucky to find this blog.You have excellent content here.I have just gone through how to make home made vanilla ice cream,this is just amazing.I will try this today at home.

    Reply

  16. J says

    With all the cherries in season now, I would definitely make cherry ice cream with loads of big fat cherries in it with dark chocolate. Yum!

    Reply

  17. Lori Ferrante says

    I would be making ice cream for my family!! We really like ice cream, although each of us have a different favorite!! I would like to make Coffee with dark chocolate covered almonds!!

    Reply

  18. Christina Almond says

    I would love to make some lemon ice cream–sounds so summery and refreshing! I love citrus flavors!

    Reply

  20. Ron says

    I’ve also never had home made ice cream. Vanilla would be the perfect start, but what I’m craving is a copycat recipe for Baskin-Robbins Pralines & Cream.

    Reply

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