Honey Vanilla Ice Cream

Ingredients and Weight:

• 2 cups heavy cream
• 1 cup whole milk
• 1/2 cup honey
• 1 vanilla bean, split and scraped
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 large egg yolk

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

4-5 hours

Difficulty Level:

2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. In a medium saucepan, combine the heavy cream, whole milk, honey, vanilla bean and seeds, and sugar. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring constantly.
2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg yolk.
3. Gradually whisk the hot cream mixture into the egg yolk to temper it.
4. Pour the mixture back into the saucepan and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thickened and coats the back of a spoon, about 5-7 minutes.
5. Remove from heat and strain through a fine-mesh sieve into a clean bowl.
6. Let cool completely, then cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight.
7. Pour the chilled mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions.
8. Transfer the churned ice cream to an airtight container and freeze for at least 4 hours before serving.

Nutritional Information:

Per 1/2 cup serving:

• Calories: 260
• Fat: 16g (10g saturated)
• Cholesterol: 80mg
• Sodium: 45mg
• Carbohydrates: 25g (18g sugar)
• Protein: 4g

Dish Characteristics:

• Rich and creamy
• Sweet and flavorful with a balanced honey and vanilla taste
• Smooth and velvety texture
• Easy to make at home

User Comments:

• "This was the best honey vanilla ice cream I've ever had! It had the perfect balance of sweetness and creaminess."
• "I love how the honey and vanilla flavors really shine through. It's so smooth and delicious."
• "My family went crazy over this ice cream. It's a new favorite in our home."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Make sure the heavy cream is cold before using it for best results.
• Don't overheat the egg yolk mixture, or it will curdle.
• Let the ice cream mixture chill completely before churning to prevent icy crystals from forming.
• If you don't have an ice cream maker, you can pour the mixture into a shallow pan and freeze it for several hours, stirring occasionally.