Certainly! Making homemade strawberry ice cream is a delightful way to enjoy the fresh flavors of strawberries. Here’s a simple recipe that doesn’t require an ice cream maker. This recipe will yield about 1 quart (approximately 1 liter) of ice cream.
Ingredients:
- 1 pound (about 450g) fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar, divided
- 2 cups (480ml) heavy cream
- 1 cup (240ml) whole milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- A pinch of salt
Instructions:
Prep the Strawberries:
- Macerate the Strawberries: In a bowl, combine the sliced strawberries with 1/4 cup (50g) of the sugar. Stir gently to mix. Let them sit for about 20-30 minutes. This process helps the strawberries release their natural juices, enhancing their flavor.
- Puree the Strawberries: After macerating, use a blender or food processor to puree the strawberries and their juices. You can leave some chunks for texture if you like.
Make the Ice Cream Base:
- Mix Milk and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the remaining 1/2 cup (100g) sugar, milk, and a pinch of salt until the sugar is completely dissolved.
- Add Heavy Cream and Vanilla: Stir in the heavy cream and vanilla extract into the milk mixture until well combined.
- Combine with Strawberry Puree: Fold the strawberry puree into the cream mixture until just combined. You should have a pretty pink mixture at this point.