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Amy's Ice Cream Dream

A Creamy Delight Packed with Flavor and Fun

8servings
20 min
Easy
Weeknight-friendly timingMacros ready to logFeeds a hungry crew
Amy's Ice Cream Dream

About this recipe

This homemade ice cream is the ultimate summer dessert, offering a rich and creamy texture with delightful mix-ins. Enjoy the blend of chocolate chunks, crunchy nuts, and colorful sprinkles in every bite. Perfect for family gatherings or a treat-yourself moment on a hot day.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1/2 cup chopped chocolate
  • 1/2 cup chopped nuts
  • 1/4 cup sprinkles

Directions

  1. 1

    Combine 1 cup of cream, sugar, and salt in a saucepan over medium heat and stir until sugar dissolves.

  2. 2

    Remove from heat and add remaining cream, milk, and vanilla extract.

  3. 3

    Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.

  4. 4

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

  5. 5

    In the last few minutes of churning, add chopped chocolate, nuts, and sprinkles.

  6. 6

    Transfer to a freezer-safe container and freeze for at least 2 hours before serving.

Chef's tip

For a nut-free version, simply omit the chopped nuts or replace them with your favorite seeds.

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