Experience the perfect marriage of smooth and creamy vanilla ice cream with the satisfying crunch of chocolate cookies in this Homemade Cookies and Cream Ice Cream recipe. Whether enjoyed in a cone or a bowl, this delightful frozen treat is a timeless favorite that captures the essence of childhood while satisfying your sweet tooth.
Homemade Cookies and Cream Ice Cream - Creamy Indulgence
Homemade Cookies and Cream Ice Cream is a beloved classic that brings together the best of both worlds: creamy, velvety ice cream and the delightful crunch of chocolate cookies. This recipe allows you to create a luscious frozen dessert that's perfect for indulging on warm days or any time you're craving a comforting and delicious treat.
Equipment
- ice cream maker
- mixing bowl
- whisk
Ingredients
- heavy cream
- whole milk
- granulated sugar
- vanilla extract
- sandwich cookies
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, whole milk, granulated sugar, and pure vanilla extract until the sugar is fully dissolved. The mixture should be smooth and well combined.
- Coarsely chop the chocolate sandwich cookies into bite-sized pieces. You can do this by placing the cookies in a plastic bag and gently breaking them with a rolling pin.
- Gently fold the chopped cookies into the ice cream base until they are evenly distributed.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the mixture for at least 2-4 hours, or until it is thoroughly chilled. This step helps enhance the texture and flavor of the ice cream.
- Pour the chilled ice cream mixture into your ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions. Churning will take around 20-25 minutes, resulting in a soft and creamy consistency.
- In the last few minutes of churning, you can add a handful of additional coarsely chopped cookie pieces to incorporate larger chunks.
- Transfer the churned ice cream to an airtight container, layering it with a few more chopped cookie pieces as you go.
- Seal the container tightly and place it in the freezer. Allow the ice cream to freeze for 4-6 hours, or until it reaches your desired firmness.
- Scoop the Cookies and Cream Ice Cream into bowls or cones, and savor each spoonful of the creamy ice cream and delightful cookie crunch.
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Notes
- You can use store-bought chocolate sandwich cookies or homemade cookies for this recipe.
- For a richer flavor, consider using high-quality vanilla extract or even a vanilla bean pod.
- If you prefer a less sweet ice cream, you can reduce the amount of granulated sugar.
- If you don't have an ice cream maker, you can follow a no-churn method by placing the mixture in a freezer-safe container, stirring it every hour until it's frozen.
Nutrition
Serving: 600g
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