Homemade Simple Vanilla Ice Cream

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: coconut cream

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

whole milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: skim milk

Almond milk is lower in calories and suitable for lactose intolerance.

granulated sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey offers natural sweetness with a unique flavor.

vanilla extract

🥗Healthier: vanilla bean

💰Cheaper: vanilla essence

Vanilla bean enhances flavor complexity.

Combine 1 cup of whole milk and 3/4 cup of granulated sugar in a mixing bowl.

Whisk the mixture until the sugar is dissolved, about 1 minute.

Add 2 cups of heavy cream to the mixture and 1 tablespoon of vanilla extract.

Whisk together until combined.

Cover the mixture and refrigerate for 1 to 2 hours, or overnight for best results.

Remove the freezer component from the Cuisinart ice cream maker that has been frozen for at least 24 hours.

Turn on the ice cream maker and pour the chilled mixture into it.

Churn the mixture for about 15 to 20 minutes until it thickens and starts to freeze.

Transfer the churned ice cream to a container and freeze for at least 2 hours to firm up before serving.

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