Classic Strawberry Ice Cream

Aug 20, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

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Two generous scoops of classic strawberry ice cream in a shallow ceramic bowl, softly melting at the edges

Smooth, creamy strawberry ice cream made with fresh puréed strawberries and real vanilla bean for a fresh, natural fruit flavor and rich vanilla aroma.

Prep 20 min

Cook 10 min

Cooling 6 hr

Total 6 hr 30 min

Servings 8

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Ingredients

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1 ½ cups (225.0 g)fresh strawberries, hulled and quartered
¾ cup (150.0 g)granulated sugar
2.0 cups (480.0 ml)heavy cream
1.0 cup (240.0 ml)whole milk
1.0vanilla bean, split and scraped
⅛ tsp (0.6 g)fine sea salt

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Instructions

Combine the strawberries and 1/4 cup (50 g) of the granulated sugar in a bowl and set aside at room temperature for 15 minutes to macerate, then purée until smooth using a blender or food processor. Set aside.
In a medium saucepan, combine the heavy cream, whole milk, remaining 1/2 cup (100 g) sugar, vanilla bean seeds and pod, and fine sea salt.
Heat this mixture over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until it reaches about 175°F (79°C), just below boiling, then remove from heat.
Cover and let the vanilla infuse for 30 minutes at room temperature, then remove the vanilla bean pod.
Stir the fresh strawberry purée into the cream mixture until fully incorporated.
Chill the mixture thoroughly in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or overnight for best flavor and texture.
Once chilled, pour the mixture into your ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions, about 20-25 minutes, until it reaches soft-serve consistency.
Transfer the churned ice cream into a freezer-safe container and freeze for at least 4 hours to firm up before serving.

Tips

For deeper vanilla flavor, use a whole vanilla bean instead of extract and infuse it in the base.
Macerate strawberries with sugar to draw out juices, enhancing natural sweetness and flavor.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make classic strawberry ice cream?

Plan on 20 minutes of prep and 10 minutes of cooking, plus 6 hours to chill and freeze. The recipe makes about 1 quart (8 servings).

How should I store classic strawberry ice cream?

Store leftover ice cream in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 2 weeks. Let sit at room temperature a few minutes before scooping for easier serving.

Can I make classic strawberry ice cream ahead?

This ice cream base can be made a day ahead and kept chilled in the refrigerator until ready to churn.

Can I use a different form of vanilla?

Yes. This recipe uses 1 vanilla bean, split and scraped. Each teaspoon of pure vanilla extract can be swapped for 1 teaspoon of vanilla bean paste, the seeds of half a vanilla bean, or 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla powder. Paste and seeds add the classic dark specks.

Smooth, creamy strawberry ice cream made with fresh puréed strawberries and real vanilla bean for a fresh, natural fruit flavor and rich vanilla aroma.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 8 servings this recipe makes.

302 Calories / serving

22.5g Fat

24.1g Carbs

2.6g Protein

23.4g Sugar

Whole recipe (8 servings): ~2416 cal · 180g fat · 193g carbs · 21g protein · 187g sugar

Estimated values per serving, calculated from standard ingredient data. Not verified Nutrition Facts; actual values vary with brands, measurements, and preparation.

Per serving · 302 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

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Moderate cycling 31 min·6.2 mi
Swimming laps 42 min
Jogging 30 min·2.5 mi·~4800 steps
Stair climbing 28 min·~2500 steps
Dancing 49 min
Bodyweight circuit training 31 min
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