Cookies and Cream Ice Cream
This rich and creamy Cookies and Cream Ice Cream is a delightful treat, perfect for any occasion with its smooth texture and familiar flavor.
Ingredients
For the Ice Cream Base
- 3 cups heavy cream adds richness and creaminess
- 1 cup sugar sweetens the mixture
- 3/4 cup 2% milk provides moisture and lightens the texture
- 1/3 cup half and half enhances creaminess
- 1 tsp vanilla extract adds depth to the flavor
For the Mix-In
- 20 pieces Oreo cookies offers texture and chocolatey flavor
Instructions
Preparation
- Add the heavy cream, sugar, 2% milk, half and half, and vanilla extract into a large pot.
- Turn the heat to medium and stir continuously to dissolve sugar and combine ingredients.
- Monitor the custard as it comes to a boil, then reduce the heat to low.
- Continue cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes while stirring.
- Remove the pot from the heat and let it cool for about an hour.
- If desired, transfer mixture to a different bowl to speed up the cooling.
- While waiting, crush the Oreo cookies into fine crumbs and larger chunks.
- Once the custard has cooled, transfer to the refrigerator and chill for 1-2 hours.
Churning
- Pour the chilled custard into the pre-frozen bowl of your ice cream maker.
- Churn according to your ice cream maker's instructions.
- About five minutes before churning is complete, add the crushed Oreo cookies.
- Once churning is complete, transfer the ice cream to a suitable container for freezing.
Freezing
- Spread the ice cream evenly in the container and seal well.
- Freeze for at least five hours before serving.
Serving
- Once frozen, scoop and enjoy the ice cream on its own or as a dessert.
Notes
Ensure your ice cream maker bowl is pre-frozen for optimal results. Consider covering the container with plastic wrap before sealing it to minimize ice crystals.