This summer, cool off with a tasty Vanilla Bean Ice Cream topped with juicy, fresh peaches.
This sweet treat is great for hot days and will wow your family and friends.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 vanilla bean (split and seeds scraped) or 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 4 large egg yolks
- 2 cups fresh peaches, peeled and diced
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar (for the peaches)
- 1 tsp lemon juice
Instructions:
1. Heat heavy cream, milk, sugar, and vanilla in a pot to make the ice cream foundation.
2. In a bowl, whisk the egg yolks and temper them with the heated cream mixture. Return to the saucepan and whisk slowly until thickened.
3. Refrigerate the custard for a minimum of four hours.
4. In an ice cream maker, churn the cold mixture and freeze it for a few hours until it solidifies.
5. Combine diced peaches, sugar, and lemon juice for the peach topping and let them macerate.
6. Top generously with the sweet peach mixture and serve the creamy ice cream in dishes or cones.
Savor this fruity, creamy treat and spread the happiness!
