When we think of the perfect homemade ice cream, we imagine a dessert that melts in the mouth and captivates with its full flavor. Although vanilla ice cream may seem simple, its quality often reveals the mastery of the preparation. And what is the secret to truly excellent homemade vanilla ice cream? Vanilla paste!
Unlike regular vanilla extract or pods, vanilla paste has a rich, dense texture and contains tiny seeds that provide an authentic, warm flavor. When used in homemade ice cream, it not only gives your ice cream a wonderful flavor profile, but also an elegant look with black vanilla specks that give it a real “gourmet” touch. Try the recipe below and find out why vanilla paste is becoming the new secret ingredient of ice cream masters.
Homemade vanilla ice cream with vanilla paste
Ingredients
- 500 ml sweet whipping cream
- 220 ml condensed milk
- 1 tablespoon vanilla paste
Directions
- In a large bowl, whip the heavy cream until it reaches stiff peaks.
- Add the condensed milk and vanilla paste and mix slowly until you get a uniform mixture.
- Pour the mixture into a container that you can cover and place in the freezer for at least 6 hours or overnight.
- Serve in cups or cones and garnish with fresh fruit or chocolate topping, if desired.
