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QUICK VANILLA ICE CREAM
I’ve used this simple vanilla ice cream as a base with other fun add-ins. I use egg substitute to reduce the risk of using uncooked eggs; when using real eggs, 1/4 cup egg substitute = 1 egg.
Makes: Ten 1/2 -cup senings
2/3 cup sugar
1 1/2 cup egg substitute
2 cups heavy cream
1-3/4 cups whole milk
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
Place sugar and egg substitute in a large mixing bowl and beat on medium speed with an electric
hand miser until light and fluffy, about 2 – 3 minutes. Add cream, milk and vanilla. Mix on
medium speed until combined, about 1 – 2 minutes.
Pour into freezer bowl of ice cream maker and turn the machine ON. Let mix until mixture thickens, about 20 – 25 minutes. If desired, transfer ice cream to an airtight container and place in freezer until firm, about 2 hours.
Variations:
Add hard pieces 5 minutes before ice cream is done mixing in ice cream maker. I added green, yellow, and brown mini-m&ms as a lead-up to the Super Bowl. Why brown? For the footballs, of course.
In general, add a total of 1/2 cup of solid add-ins. If you’re using two, such as chocolate and nuts, use 1/4 cup of each.
The vanilla extract can be replaced by a more appropriate flavor if desired, such as peppermint or almond extract. Be creative! This recipe is a basic vanilla; I start with the basics and then make changes.
Other add-ins:
crushed candy canes (use peppermint extract in place of vanilla)
chocolate chips
nuts (consider almond extract)
As my family says, “Good stuff, Mom.” Enjoy!