Description
There’s nothing like a scoop of fresh strawberry ice cream—cool, creamy, and bursting with real fruit flavor. This homemade version is made with simple ingredients and packs in the sweetness of ripe strawberries in every bite. Whether it’s for a summer treat or a year-round favorite, this recipe is easy enough for beginners and delicious enough to impress!
Ingredients
2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and chopped
½ cup granulated sugar (divided)
1 tsp lemon juice
2 cups heavy cream
1 cup whole milk
1 tsp vanilla extract
Pinch of salt
Instructions
Prep strawberries: In a bowl, toss strawberries with ¼ cup sugar and lemon juice. Let sit for 15–20 minutes, then mash or blend until slightly chunky.
Mix base: In a large bowl, whisk cream, milk, remaining sugar, vanilla, and salt until sugar dissolves. Stir in strawberry puree.
Chill: Cover and refrigerate mixture for at least 2 hours or overnight.
Freeze:
With an ice cream maker: Churn according to your machine’s instructions.
No machine: Pour into a freezer-safe container, freeze for 1 hour, stir well, then repeat every 30 minutes for 2–3 hours until creamy.
Serve: Scoop and enjoy on its own or with fresh berries and whipped cream.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert