Dreamy Strawberry Vanilla Beans Bliss homemade ice cream that’s as refreshing as it is indulgent

A symphony of fresh strawberries and aromatic vanilla bean creates this luscious homemade ice cream that’s as refreshing as it is indulgent. Perfect for those sweet summer moments!

Ingredients

For the Ice Cream:

● 2 cups fresh strawberries, washed and diced

● 1/2 cup granulated sugar (for the strawberries)

● 1 vanilla bean (or 1 tsp vanilla bean paste)

● 2 cups heavy cream

● 1 cup whole milk

● 1/2 cup granulated sugar (for the cream mixture)

● 4 large egg yolks

● 1 tsp vanilla extract

Directions

Sweeten the Strawberries:

Toss diced strawberries with 1/2 cup of sugar in a medium bowl. Let sit for 30 minutes to release their natural juices, then mash lightly with a fork.

Infuse Vanilla into the Cream:

Split the vanilla bean lengthwise and scrape out the seeds. Heat heavy cream, whole milk, vanilla bean seeds, and the pod in a saucepan over medium heat until it just begins to simmer. Remove from heat and steep for 15 minutes. Discard the pod.

Whisk the Egg Yolks:

In a bowl, whisk egg yolks and the remaining 1/2 cup sugar until pale and creamy.

Temper the Egg Mixture:

Slowly add the warm cream to the egg yolks, whisking constantly to avoid curdling.

Cook the Custard Base:

Return the mixture to the saucepan and cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until it thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract. Cool to room temperature.

Combine with Strawberries:

Gently fold the mashed strawberries and their juices into the cooled custard base.

Churn to Perfection:

Pour the mixture into your ice cream maker and churn until it reaches a creamy soft-serve consistency.

Freeze for Bliss:

Transfer the churned ice cream to a container, cover, and freeze for at least 4 hours for a firmer texture.

Tips:

Vanilla Boost: No vanilla bean? Substitute with 1 extra teaspoon of high-quality vanilla extract.

Berry Swirl: Save some mashed strawberries to swirl through the ice cream during the final freeze.

Storage: Keeps best in an airtight container for up to 1 week.

This creamy, fruity treat is a love letter to summer—perfect for scooping, sharing, and savoring every bite!