Ingredients and Weight:
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 2 eggs (for yolks)
- 1/4 cup crushed Graham crackers (crushed fine in a blender)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Preparation Time:
3 hours (including freezing time)
Cooking Time:
No direct cooking required for this dish, only freezing.
Difficulty Level:
Level 2 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the heavy cream, whole milk, and sugar and mix well.
- Separate the egg yolks from the whites and add the yolks to the cream mixture. Beat until well combined.
- Add the crushed Graham crackers and vanilla extract to the mixture and stir until everything is incorporated.
- Pour the mixture into an ice cream maker and freeze according to the manufacturer's instructions.
- Once frozen, transfer the ice cream to a container and freeze for at least 2 hours before serving.
Nutritional Information:
(Based on the given ingredients)
- Calories: 375 per serving (assuming about 8 servings)
- Fat: 22g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Protein: 5g
Dish Characteristics:
- Creamy and rich texture due to the combination of heavy cream and Graham crackers.
- A unique flavor profile with a hint of vanilla and a crunchy Graham cracker note.
- Suitable for American taste with its combination of traditional ice cream flavors and ingredients.
User Comments:
- "Love the combination of Graham crackers and ice cream! It's unique and really tasty."
- "The ice cream was very creamy and smooth, loved the crunchy Graham crackers in it."
- "This was my first time making ice cream at home, it was so easy and the result was fantastic!"
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Ensure that the ice cream mixture is well chilled before freezing in the ice cream maker.
- For best results, follow the instructions for your specific ice cream maker carefully.
- Keep the ice cream frozen until ready to serve to maintain its texture and flavor.