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
Andrea Maahfuz says
Sweetened condensed milk gives homemade ice cream it's distinctive flavor to me. You can't find that in store bought ice cream. I don't ever cook mine, but I know my dad preferred a custard type ice cream. I also add a can of evaporated milk and use half and half, on top of the heavy whipping cream and whole milk. I have always had an electric churned ice cream maker, but I just got a Cuisinart ice cream maker. I'm excited to try it out now!
Debra Clark says
I totally agree Andrea! This is an amazing old-fashioned ice cream recipe. You enjoy!! I admit, I'm a little jealous, now I'm hungry for homemade ice cream! 😋
Liza says
Oh, this recipe is SO GOOD! I think the condensed milk is the key! I tried making ice-cream at home awhile ago and it didn't come out quite right! But I know this one definitely will!
Lois says
I made this ice cream today and it was just the most wonderful dessert we have had for a long long time. It was just wonderful.
Shannon Peterson says
And now you have me craving a coke! I love floats, and this sounds so yummy!
Bowl Me Over says
Gotta love it! 😀 Thanks Shannon!
Kavey says
I was at high school in the 1980s when that epic First Time advert and song came out! Loved it so much. Am still a coca cola lover to this day. Adore coke floats, though not made one using home made ice cream, which is a shame since I do love making home made ice cream. If you fancy, please consider entering this into my June Bloggers Scream For Ice Cream (BSFIC) challenge, it's such a great fit.
Bowl Me Over says
Thanks Kavey - that's a great memory, appreciate you sharing!! Heading your way to check out your challenge, that sounds like fun!!