Making the most of the summer, let’s whip up another homemade ice cream recipe! We’re using strawberry for this version, but the best part is that you can choose any flavor you like using the same base. Let’s get to the recipe!
Ingredients for homemade ice cream:
- 1 package (3 oz) strawberry gelatin (use any flavor you prefer);
- 1 cup boiling water;
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk;
- 3 cans (approx. 10 oz each) table cream (or heavy cream).
How to make homemade ice cream:
- In a blender, add the gelatin powder;
- Add the boiling water;
- Blend well to dissolve the gelatin in the water;
- Add the sweetened condensed milk, followed by the table cream;
- Blend everything again until well incorporated;
- Pour the mixture into a container or baking pan;
- Place in the freezer for approximately 3 hours, or until it’s firm but still soft;
- Check the consistency by poking the center with a fork. If it’s too hard, let it sit at room temperature for a few minutes until it reaches the right texture;
- Now, it’s time to whip it;
- Transfer the mixture to a stand mixer (or use a hand mixer) and beat for 10 minutes;
- It will expand and turn into a beautiful, creamy liquid;
- Pour the mixture into a freezer-safe container with a lid and freeze for about 6 hours;
- Check if it’s soft enough to scoop; if not, let it sit out for a few minutes just like any other ice cream;
- Enjoy!
Pro Tips:
You can level up your ice cream by adding chocolate chips for a “stracciatella” effect, dried fruits, fruit jams for a tangy kick, or chocolate syrup for a gourmet touch. The possibilities are endless!
Did you know?
As an alternative to animal-based gelatin, there are plant-based options extracted from seaweed. Agar-agar is the most common form, which can be prepared with fruit juice. While some store-bought gelatins use agar-agar, others use carrageenan, both of which are prepared similarly to animal gelatin without needing extra ingredients (Source: Wikipedia).
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