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Soft Serve Vanilla Ice Cream



Soft serve vanilla ice cream is a delicious and refreshing treat that is perfect for a hot summer day. It is made with simple ingredients and can be easily made at home using an ice cream maker or a stand mixer.

I first had soft serve vanilla ice cream when I was a kid. My family would go to the local Dairy Queen and I would always get a small cup of soft serve vanilla ice cream. I loved the way it was so creamy and smooth, and the way it melted in my mouth.

As I got older, I started experimenting with making soft serve vanilla ice cream at home. I tried different recipes and different methods, and I eventually found a recipe that I really liked.

This recipe is for a basic soft serve vanilla ice cream. It is simple to make and it produces a delicious, creamy ice cream that is perfect for a hot summer day.

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup whole milk

  • 1 cup heavy cream

  • 1/2 cup sugar

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

  1. In a medium saucepan, combine the milk, heavy cream, and sugar. Heat over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the sugar is dissolved.

  2. Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.

  3. Pour the mixture into an ice cream maker and freeze according to the manufacturer's instructions.

  4. If you do not have an ice cream maker, you can make soft serve vanilla ice cream in a stand mixer. To do this, pour the mixture into the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment. Beat on medium speed for 5-7 minutes, or until the mixture is thick and creamy.

  5. Serve immediately.

Tips:

  • For a richer flavor, use whole milk and heavy cream.

  • For a sweeter flavor, add an additional 1/4 cup of sugar.

  • To make soft serve vanilla ice cream with different flavors, add 1-2 tablespoons of your favorite extract or flavor syrup to the mixture before freezing.

  • To store soft serve vanilla ice cream, freeze it in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.

I hope you enjoy this recipe for soft serve vanilla ice cream! It is a delicious and refreshing treat that is perfect for a hot summer day.

Here are some additional tips and tricks for making soft serve vanilla ice cream:

  • Use cold ingredients. This will help to prevent the ice cream from becoming too icy.

  • Freeze the ice cream quickly. This will help to keep it smooth and creamy.

  • Don't overmix the ice cream. Overmixing will make it tough.

  • Serve the ice cream immediately. This will help to keep it from melting and becoming too soft.

I hope these tips help you to make the perfect soft serve vanilla ice cream!


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