Homemade Creamy Vanilla Frozen Custard

Ingredients

• 6 large egg yolks 6 large egg yolks
• 1 cup (240ml) whole milk 1 cup (240ml) whole milk
• 2 cups (480ml) heavy cream 2 cups (480ml) heavy cream
• 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon vanilla extract 1 tablespoon vanilla extract

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 320 kcal / 1340 KJ
• Fat: 22g (14g saturated)
• Carbohydrates: 27g (26g sugars)
• Protein: 5g
• Fiber: 0g
• Salt: 0.1g

Preparation

1. 1.
   In a medium-sized bowl, whisk the egg yolks until smooth.
2. 2.
   In a saucepan, heat the milk and heavy cream over medium heat until it begins to simmer. Remove from heat.
3. 3.
   Slowly pour the hot milk mixture into the egg yolks, whisking constantly to prevent curdling.
4. 4.
   Return the mixture to the saucepan and cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until it thickens and coats the back of a spoon. This should take about 10-15 minutes.
5. 5.
   Remove from heat and stir in the sugar until fully dissolved.
6. 6.
   Stir in the vanilla extract.
7. 7.
   Allow the custard to cool to room temperature, then cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
8. 8.
   Once chilled, pour the custard into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions.
9. 9.
   Transfer the churned custard to an airtight container and freeze for an additional 2-3 hours to firm up.
10. 10.
    Serve the Homemade Creamy Vanilla Frozen Custard in bowls or cones and enjoy!

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Egg yolks — Make sure to whisk the egg yolks until smooth to ensure a creamy custard texture.
• Heavy cream — Use high-quality heavy cream for the best results. Look for cream with a high fat content for a rich and creamy custard.

Tips & Tricks

• For a twist, add mix-ins such as chocolate chips, crushed cookies, or fruit to the churned custard before freezing.
• To achieve a smoother texture, strain the custard mixture before chilling to remove any lumps or cooked egg bits.
• Experiment with different flavors by substituting the vanilla extract with other extracts like almond or mint.

Serving advice

Serve the Homemade Creamy Vanilla Frozen Custard in bowls or cones. Top it with your favorite toppings such as chocolate sauce, caramel, fresh berries, or chopped nuts for an extra indulgence.

Presentation advice

For an elegant presentation, scoop the Frozen Custard into individual serving dishes and garnish with a sprig of fresh mint or a dusting of cocoa powder. Serve with a crisp wafer cookie on the side for added texture.