Now let me tell you....I nearly had to guard the freezer to keep my hubby outa that ice cream! I did give him a sample and well, that only made it worse because then he just wanted it more. Let me tell you this ice cream is so sweet and so creamy!
Enjoy a float on the first day, and on day two, make a Banana Split Milkshake!
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Why you'll love this recipe
✔️ The flavors are amazing!
✔️ You just need a few everyday ingredients.
✔️ It's easy to make, your ice cream maker does all the work!
Ingredients
Please refer to the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post for the exact measurements.
- heavy whipping cream
- whole milk
- sweetened condensed milk
- vanilla bean, vanilla bean paste or pure vanilla extract
- egg yolks (you'll save the whites for another use).
Instructions
This is an overview of the instructions. For the complete directions just scroll down to the bottom!
- Separate the eggs - reserve the whites for another use. Split the vanilla bean in half and scrape out the seeds, reserve both the seeds and the bean.
- In a sauce pan whisk together the condensed milk, cream and milk. When they are well combined, add the vanilla seeds and bean. Place over medium heat. Set your timer for 10 minutes and begin whisking continuously. Then slowly add the eggs, one at a time. Continue to cook and whisk. Do not allow it to boil. Whisk the entire time. The mixture will thicken slightly.
- At the end of the 10 minutes, pour the custard into a large bowl and place it in the refrigerator. Refrigerate for at least four hours - you want the custard completely cooled. Or (if you're short on time) place the bowl of custard into a second bowl filled with ice water - then tuck it into the fridge.
- When you are ready to make the ice cream, prepare the ice cream machine - you'll want to have the machine running with the paddle and then pour the custard base into the machine. Process according to manufacturer’s instructions - mine took about 40 minutes.
- Remove from machine, place in an airtight container and freeze until the desired consistency - about 3 hours.
Things to know
You remember how to make a float, right? Well, here are a couple of hints -
- If you like more fizz, put the ice cream in the glass first - adding the soda last makes it fizzle and bubble!
- For less foam, fill your glass halfway with soda - then add a couple of scoops of ice cream, and top it off with a bit more soda!
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Servings: 10
Calories: 360kcal
Ingredients
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 14 oz can sweetened condensed milk
- 1 vanilla bean
- 5 egg yolks
Instructions
- Separate the eggs - reserve the whites for another use. Split the vanilla bean in half and scrape out the seeds, reserve both the seeds and the bean.
- In a sauce pan whisk together the condensed milk, cream and milk. When they are well combined, add the vanilla seeds and bean. Place over medium heat. Set your timer for 10 minutes and begin whisking continuously. Then slowly add the eggs, one at a time. Continue to cook and whisk. Do not allow it to boil. Whisk the entire time. The mixture will thicken slightly.
- At the end of the 10 minutes, pour the custard into a large bowl and place it in the refrigerator. Refrigerate for at least four hours - you want the custard completely cooled. Or (if you're short on time) place the bowl of custard into a second bowl filled with ice water - then tuck it into the fridge.
- When you are ready to make the ice cream, prepare the machine - you'll want to have the machine running with the paddle and then pour the custard into the machine. Churn ice cream according to your machine's directions - mine took about 40 minutes.
- Remove from machine, place in a freezer container and freeze until the desired consistency - about 3 hours.
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Nutrition
Calories: 360kcal
Michelle Gwynn Jones says
Wow I haven't had a float in a long time. And there is homemade ice cream in the freezer nom.
Bowl Me Over says
There ya go, break out the icecream scoop! 😀
Jessica Hughes says
I LOVE homemade ice cream!
Bowl Me Over says
Me too Jessica - homemade totally rocks!!
Stephanie Ortez says
Looks delicious! great for the root beer float lovers!
Bowl Me Over says
Mmmmmm....root beer...YUM! 😀
AnnMarie Brown says
Talk about quenching my thirst and making me thirsty at the same time. I love everything vanilla and this is a perfect treat.
Bowl Me Over says
Thanks AnnMarie - love homemade ice cream - such a treat!
Delaine says
This looks yummy. I will have to try this at home.
Bowl Me Over says
Please Delaine, love to hear what you think!
tara pittman says
We love floats here. I just love how they decorated these soda bottles.
Bowl Me Over says
Me too - love all of those jingles!!
Jen Becerril says
a float with my soda my favorite soda plus ice cream.I am so lusting this.Need to make this soon.
Bowl Me Over says
Not much better than homemade ice cream and as a float....just love it!1
Amy Jones says
Looks delicious and easy to do. Gonna try it! thanks for the recipe 😀
Bowl Me Over says
Wonderful - I hope you give it a try Amy!!!
Inspiring Kitchen says
Coke float is a favorite in the house. I need to try your vanilla ice cream recipe.
Bowl Me Over says
Us too - we polished off the homemade icecream and now my hubby is working on the store bought, YUM!
Chrishelle Ebner says
The ice cream is definitely a seller, and sounds so refreshing with a fresh Coke! And the song lyrics just allow for some family fun with karaoke, and who could not love that?
Bowl Me Over says
Yes Chrishelle - it's a win, win all around!! 😀
Joely Smith says
Okay now I want a float!! I love the new coke labeling! I told my hubby just the other day that when we get a coke from the fridge - because this is what we drink - we had to do whatever was on the label lol.
I sing at home all of the time, everyone knows it because they have to endure it, not always songs either - I just make things up as I go along - things I would usually speak. Nothing better than music - even if using that term loosely - to make a house a home.
I loved hearing your story, and I think I would love to go back in your mom's day sitting on the dock listening to big band sounds.
Bowl Me Over says
Yes, yes to all of the above!! Totally love your light hearted attitude, you'd fit in here! 😀 Sing-on my friend!!
She Joh says
I don't drink soda but these floats looks amazing. I've also always wanted to make my own ice cream and this recipe looks super easy. I may have to try it this Summer!
Bowl Me Over says
Great - I hope you give it a try, I had a bowl last night with a coating of hot fudge....YUM!
Chloe Crabtree says
Homemade ice cream floats are the best idea for a summer treat! I haven't had one of these in YEARS! I like the idea for sharing with my granddaughters, too. They are pretty little, and this would make a nice treat that wasn't too messy since it is in a glass with a straw. Oh heck, who am I kidding, they would make a mess with it anyway! Yummy summer fun!
Bowl Me Over says
I know Chloe, a float is so nostalgic!! We thoroughly enjoyed this one with a float every night until the ice cream was gone - I hope you do too, enjoy!!
Michelle says
Yum Yum Yum. Summertime and songs. Perfect.
Bowl Me Over says
You know it! Bet the thought of me dancing down the hallway singing into my hairbrush brought a smile to your face! 😀
Angela @marathonsandmotivation.com says
Yum! This looks so delicious, thanks for sharing. Pinned 🙂
Bowl Me Over says
Grab some soda and a spoon and dig in Angela! :D. Thanks again for hosting a great party!!
Patty Haxton Anderson says
I absolutely loved your background story. Sitting and listening to the big bands from the supper club...I grew up with that music. Actually lots of different music - my mom had a decent voice and loved music. It was her music I listened to and adored. I think I've always been "older" when it comes to music! Thanks too for a great recipe and a chance to win.
Bowl Me Over says
I so appreciate you stopping by Patty! Lawrence Welk was one of the regulars at the Supper Club - that was my Mom's favorite band, I love big band music too! Best of luck with the contest!!
Healing Tomato says
Your photos remind me of poodle skirts and jukeboxes! This looks like a very delicious recipe, Debra!
Bowl Me Over says
Ha! That's awesome! I was thinking jukeboxes so that's great! The ice cream is super yummy, I think you'd really like it! We just polished off another set of Floats watching the Warrior game - perfect game treat!
Florian @ContentednessCooking says
Homemade is the best! Great recipe! Perfect for summer!
Bowl Me Over says
I so agree - so yummy!! Thank you Florian!
Lois says
This just looks so good. Can't wait to try some.
Bowl Me Over says
Can't wait for you to get here & we'll enjoy it together! 😀
Cristi Comes says
Oh my! I really need to pull out that ole ice cream maker and try your recipe. The ice cream gene runs through my mom's side of the family and ran straight to my daughter. But we rarely ever make it ourselves. {client}
Bowl Me Over says
Then it's definitely time Cristi! 😀 The sweet gene skipped me too, but my hubby loves his sweets so I always keep something yummy on hand. Thanks for stopping by!!!