Description
This recipe features two delicious variations of sweet cream ice cream: the classic version made with simple ingredients for a rich and firm texture, and a Cold Stone copycat version enhanced with corn syrup and corn starch for a softer, creamier consistency. Both are easy to make at home using an ice cream maker, delivering a smooth, sweet treat perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Classic Sweet Cream Ice Cream
- 2 cups cream
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 to 3/4 cup granulated sugar, adjust to taste
- Pinch of salt
Copycat Cold Stone Sweet Cream Ice Cream
- 2 cups cream
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup corn syrup
- 2 Tbsp corn starch
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: Add all the ingredients (either for the classic or Cold Stone version) into a saucepan, stirring to mix thoroughly. Heat the mixture over low to medium-low heat, gently bringing it up to a low simmer.
- Simmer and Dissolve: Simmer for about 30 seconds, stirring continuously until all ingredients are fully dissolved. Then, remove the saucepan from heat.
- Chill the Mixture: Cover the mixture and place it in the refrigerator to cool completely, which typically takes 1-2 hours. This step is crucial for the best freezing results.
- Freeze in Ice Cream Maker: Transfer the chilled sweet cream ice cream mixture to your ice cream maker and freeze according to the manufacturer’s instructions, usually until it reaches a soft-serve consistency.
- Firm Up the Ice Cream: For a firmer texture, transfer the ice cream to an airtight container and freeze until completely firm. Alternatively, you can serve it immediately from the ice cream maker for a softer texture.
Notes
- Traditional sweet cream ice cream is made with minimal ingredients and tends to freeze very firm; using high-quality cream with high butterfat content enhances flavor and texture.
- Adjust sugar in the classic recipe to control sweetness and softness—1/2 cup sugar yields less sweet, firmer ice cream, while 3/4 cup gives a sweeter, softer result.
- The Cold Stone copycat version includes corn syrup and corn starch which act as stabilizers and thickeners, resulting in a creamier mouthfeel and softer set, mimicking commercial ice creams.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (about 125ml)
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 21 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
