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Homemade Sweet Cream Ice Cream Recipe

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  • Author: Villerius
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 hour
  • Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 1 quart (4 servings)
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Description

This Sweet Cream Ice Cream recipe offers two variations: a classic simple ice cream using cream, milk, sugar, and salt, and a Copycat Cold Stone version that incorporates corn syrup and cornstarch for a creamier, softer texture. Both recipes involve gently heating the ingredients to dissolve sugar and thickeners, chilling the mixture, and then freezing it in an ice cream maker for a rich, homemade frozen treat.

Ingredients

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Classic Sweet Cream Ice Cream

  • 2 cups cream
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1/2 to 3/4 cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
  • Pinch of salt

Copycat Cold Stone Sweet Cream Ice Cream

  • 2 cups cream
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup corn syrup
  • 2 Tbsp corn starch

Instructions

  1. Combine Ingredients: Add all the ingredients from your chosen recipe into a saucepan. Stir well to mix everything evenly before heating.
  2. Heat Mixture: Place the saucepan over low to medium-low heat and gently bring the mixture to a low simmer. Stir continuously for about 30 seconds until all the sugar and thickeners are fully dissolved.
  3. Cool the Mixture: Remove the saucepan from heat and cover the mixture. Place it in the refrigerator and allow it to cool completely, approximately 1 to 2 hours.
  4. Churn the Ice Cream: Transfer the chilled mixture to an ice cream maker and freeze according to the manufacturer’s instructions until it reaches a soft-serve consistency.
  5. Freeze Until Firm: Transfer the churned ice cream to an airtight container. Freeze it until completely firm, or alternatively, serve it directly from the ice cream maker for a softer texture.

Notes

  • Traditional sweet cream ice cream freezes very firm; using high quality cream with a high butterfat content improves texture and flavor.
  • Adjust sugar quantity to control sweetness and firmness; more sugar softens the ice cream but increases sweetness.
  • The Cold Stone copycat version uses corn syrup and starch to create a creamier, softer mouthfeel resembling commercial ice cream chains.
  • Ensure continuous stirring while heating to prevent scorching and to fully dissolve ingredients.
  • Cooling the mixture thoroughly before churning is essential for smooth texture.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/2 cup
  • Calories: 260
  • Sugar: 18g
  • Sodium: 30mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 14g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 16g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg

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