Homemade Peach Ice Cream

Ingredients

– 900 g fresh peaches, peeled, pitted, and chopped

– 200 g white sugar

– 480 ml half-and-half cream

– 400 g sweetened condensed milk

– 340 ml evaporated milk

– 5 ml vanilla extract

– 480 ml whole milk (or as needed to fill the ice cream maker)

Directions

Prepare the Peaches:

– Peel, pit, and chop the fresh peaches. Place them in a large bowl and mix with the sugar. Let the peaches sit for about **15-20 minutes**, stirring occasionally to help the sugar dissolve and the peaches release their juices.

Mix the Base:

– In a separate large bowl, combine the half-and-half cream, sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, and vanilla extract. Stir in the peach and sugar mixture until everything is well combined.

Prepare the Ice Cream Maker:

– Pour the peach mixture into the container of your ice cream maker. If necessary, add enough whole milk to reach the fill line of your ice cream maker, usually around 480 ml.

Freeze the Ice Cream:

– Follow the manufacturer’s instructions for your ice cream maker to churn and freeze the ice cream. This usually takes 20-40 minutes, depending on the machine.

Hardening the Ice Cream:

– For firmer ice cream, transfer the churned ice cream to a freezer-safe container and freeze for an additional 2-4 hours before serving. Cooling the container before adding the mixture can help speed up the hardening process.

Notes:

– Flavor Variations: This recipe works beautifully with other fruits like strawberries, blackberries, bananas, raspberries, and blueberries. Simply substitute the peaches with the fruit of your choice.

– Serving Suggestion: Enjoy your homemade peach ice cream in a cone, with fresh fruit, or as a topping for pie or cobbler!

Indulge in this refreshing and fruity treat, perfect for hot summer days!