what is ice cream

Ice cream or ice-cream (originally iced cream) is a frozen dessert made from dairy products, such as cream (or substituted ingredients), combined with flavorings and sweeteners, such as sugar.

This mixture is stirred slowly while cooling to prevent large ice crystals from forming. This results a smooth textured ice cream. Although the term "ice cream" is sometimes used to mean frozen desserts and snacks in general, it is usually reserved for frozen desserts and snacks made with a high percentage of milk fat. Frozen custard, yogurt, sorbet and other similar products are sometimes also called ice cream. Governments often regulate the use of these terms based on quantities of ingredients. Ice cream is generally served as a chilled product. It may also be found in dishes where the coldness of the ice cream is used as a temperature contrast, for example, as a topping on warm desserts, or even in fried ice cream. Some commercial institutions such as creameries specialize in serving ice cream and related products.

How to Make Vanilla Ice Cream


Vanilla ice cream..very delicious..this is the recipe that you can learn how to make it yourself..

No eggs in this quick and easy vanilla ice cream recipe means it's less rich than others--and still tastes great! Makes about 5 cups.

The Things You'll Need

  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 2 cups half-and-half
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 tbsp. vanilla extract

Instructions

  • STEP 1: Combine the heavy cream and the half-and-half in a large bowl.
  • STEP 2: Gradually whisk in the sugar until blended.
  • STEP 3: Whisk in the vanilla.
  • STEP 4: Cover bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate at least 3 hours or until very cold.
  • STEP 5: Whisk the mixture and then pour into the canister of an ice cream maker.
  • STEP 6: Freeze according to manufacturer's directions.
  • STEP 7: Transfer ice cream to a covered container and freeze up to 8 hours, or simply eat immediately.

Tips & Warnings

  • Vanilla ice cream, with its subtle taste, is usually the best flavor for topping pies and cakes.

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