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Ice Cream Recipe with Eggs
Abu Bakar

Ice Cream Recipe with Eggs: Creamy, Classic, and Irresistible

A timeless, velvety custard-style ice cream with eggs for a rich, smooth, and indulgent texture that outshines store-bought versions. Perfect for warm summer days or any dessert table.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 8
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American, classic, Home made
Calories: 290
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 Large Egg yolks
  • 2/3 cup Granulated sugar
  • 1 1/2 cups Whole milk
  • 1 1/2 cups Heavy cream
  • 1 piece Vanilla bean Split and scraped (or 2 tsp vanilla extract)
  • Pinch — Salt

Equipment

  • 1 Medium saucepan For heating milk, cream, and vanilla
  • 2–3 Mixing bowls For whisking eggs and chilling custard
  • 1 Whisk To combine egg yolks and sugar
  • 1 Wooden spoon/spatula To stir custard without scratching the pan
  • 1 Fine-mesh sieve To strain custard and remove lumps/vanilla pod
  • 1 Ice cream maker For churning the custard base
  • 1 Airtight container To store the finished ice cream

Method
 

  1. In a medium saucepan, combine milk, cream, and salt. Add vanilla bean seeds and pod if using. Heat until steaming, not boiling.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together egg yolks and sugar until pale and thick.
  3. Slowly temper the egg mixture by whisking in a ladleful of hot milk mixture, repeating a few times.
  4. Return the tempered mixture to the saucepan.
  5. Cook on low, stirring constantly, until the custard coats the back of a spoon (about 5–7 minutes). Do not boil.
  6. Strain through a fine-mesh sieve into a clean bowl. Remove vanilla pod. If using vanilla extract, stir it in now.
  7. Cool to room temperature, cover, and refrigerate at least 4 hours or overnight.
  8. Churn in an ice cream maker for 20–25 minutes.
  9. Transfer to an airtight container and freeze at least 2 hours before serving.

Notes

  • For best texture, chill the custard overnight before churning.
  • To prevent ice crystals, place parchment paper directly on the surface before sealing the container.
  • Best enjoyed within 2 weeks for maximum freshness.
  • Flavor Variations: add chocolate fudge swirl, strawberry compote, espresso powder, or honey lavender during or after churning for exciting twists.