Homemade Ice Cream Strawberry, Banana, and Pistachio Flavors

Discover the joy of making your own homemade ice cream with our delightful strawberry, banana, and pistachio flavors. Indulge in the creamy richness of these irresistible treats that are sure to satisfy your sweet cravings. With a luscious ice cream base and a burst of flavor in each spoonful, this recipe will become a favorite among ice cream enthusiasts. Join us as we guide you through the simple steps to create these mouthwatering flavors at home.

Creating the Ice Cream Base

Start by preparing the velvety ice cream base that will serve as the foundation for our flavors. Gather 34 fl oz (1000 ml) of whole milk, 2 1/8 cups (400 g) of sugar, 1/4 cup (30 g) of corn starch, and 34 fl oz (1000 ml) of heavy cream (35% fat content). In a large pot over medium heat, warm the whole milk until it reaches a gentle warmth. Add the sugar and stir until completely dissolved. In a separate bowl, dissolve the corn starch in a small amount of milk. Once the milk in the pot reaches a boil, carefully add the corn starch mixture and continue cooking for an additional 10 minutes, stirring constantly until the mixture thickens. Remove the pot from heat and transfer the milk mixture to a bowl. Allow it to cool for a moment before placing it in the freezer for 20 minutes. In another bowl, beat the heavy cream until it forms soft peaks. Gradually add the cooled milk mixture while continuing to beat. Cover the bowl with cling film and freeze it for 2 hours to achieve the perfect ice cream base consistency.

Delectable Strawberry Ice Cream Flavor

To infuse our ice cream with the delightful taste of strawberries, take one-third of the prepared ice cream base and place it in a bowl. Add 5.3 oz (150 g) of strawberry syrup to enhance the flavor. For a vibrant hue, incorporate a few drops of red pastry color. Lastly, add a touch of strawberry flavoring to intensify the strawberry essence. Mix all the ingredients until well combined. Transfer the mixture to a separate bowl and place it in the freezer for at least 8 hours, allowing the flavors to meld and the strawberry ice cream to solidify.

Creamy Banana Ice Cream Flavor

For a tropical twist, take another one-third of the ice cream base and place it in a bowl. Add a few drops of yellow pastry color and the desired amount of banana flavoring to achieve the perfect balance of sweetness. Mix the ingredients thoroughly to ensure a consistent flavor throughout the ice cream. Transfer the mixture to a separate bowl and freeze it for at least 8 hours, allowing the tantalizing banana flavor to develop and the ice cream to reach its optimal consistency.

Nutty Pistachio Ice Cream Flavor

Indulge in the rich and nutty notes of pistachio with our final ice cream flavor. Take the remaining one-third of the ice cream base and place it in a bowl. Add 1 1/8 cups (150 g) of finely grated pistachios to infuse the ice cream with a distinctive flavor. To achieve a visually appealing green color, incorporate a few drops of green pastry color. Mix well to evenly distribute the flavors and colors. For added texture, sprinkle in 2.8 oz (80 g) of raw pistachios and 0.7 oz (20 g) of chopped raw pistachios. Stir gently to combine. Transfer the pistachio ice cream mixture to a separate bowl, ensuring the pistachio pieces are evenly distributed, and freeze it for at least 8 hours to allow the flavors to meld and the ice cream to set.

Enjoying Your Homemade Ice Cream Creations

Once the freezing time has elapsed, it’s time to savor your homemade ice cream creations. Scoop generous portions of each flavor into bowls or cones. Experience the refreshing sweetness of strawberry, the tropical delight of banana, and the irresistible nuttiness of pistachio. These homemade ice creams pair perfectly with a variety of toppings, such as fresh fruits, chopped nuts, or a drizzle of chocolate sauce. Delight in the creamy textures and enticing flavors that will transport you to a realm of pure indulgence. Share these delectable treats with friends and family or savor them as a personal reward for your culinary skills.

Create an ice cream parlor experience in your own kitchen with our homemade strawberry, banana, and pistachio ice creams. With a smooth and creamy base, complemented by the distinct flavors of each variation, these frozen delights are sure to bring smiles to faces and satisfy the cravings of ice cream enthusiasts. Elevate your dessert game with these delectable creations and enjoy the taste of summer all year round.

Homemade Ice Cream Strawberry Banana Pistachio

Recipe by George Zolis

5.0 from 1 vote

Course: DessertCuisine: Greek, Chinese, ItalianDifficulty: Easy

Servings

30

Scoops

Prep time

30

minutes

Cooking time

30

minutes

Calories

248

kcal

Freeze Time

8

Hours

Indulge in the creamy delights of homemade ice cream with our irresistible strawberry, banana, and pistachio flavors. Discover the joy of creating these frozen treats in your own kitchen and treat yourself to a delightful dessert experience.

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Ingredients

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• For the Ice Cream Base

• 1000 ml 34 fl oz Whole milk

• 400 g 2 1/8 cup Sugar

• 30 g 1/4 cup Corn starch

• 1000 ml 34 Heavy Cream 35%

• For the Strawberry Flavor

• 1/3 1/3 of the Ice Cream Base

• 150 g 5.3 oz Strawberry syrup

• Red pastry color

• Strawberry flavor

• For the Banana Flavor

• 1/3 1/3 of the Ice Cream Base

• Yellow pastry color

• Banana flavor

• For the Pistachio Flavor

• 1/3 1/3 of the Ice Cream Base

• 150 g 1 1/8 cup Ground pistachio

• 80 g 2.8 oz Raw pistachio

• 20 g 0.7 oz Pistachio, chopped

• Green pastry color

• Pistachio flavor

Recipe directions

• Making the Ice Cream Base
• Put a bit pot over medium heat, add the whole milk and wait until warm.
• Add the sugar and stir.
• Dissolve corn starch in some milk. Bring milk to a boil and add the corn starch into the pot.
  Cook for 10 more minutes until it thickens.
• Remove the pot from heat and transfer the milk mixture into a bowl.
  Put it in the freezer for 20 minutes.
• In a bowl, add the heavy cream and beat until whipped cream.
• Gradually add the milk mixture while beating.
• Cover the bowl with cling film and freeze it for 2 hours.
• For the Strawberry Ice Cream flavor
• In a bowl add 1/3 of the ice cream base, the strawberry syrup and stir.
• Add strawberry flavor, red pastry color and mix.
• Transfer the mixture in a bowl and freeze it for at least 8 hours.
• For the Banana Ice Cream flavor
• In a bowl add 1/3 of the ice cream base, banana flavor, yellow pastry color and mix.
• Transfer the mixture in a bowl and freeze it for at least 8 hours.
• For the Pistachio Ice Cream flavor
• In a bowl add 1/3 of the ice cream base, ground pistachio and mix.
• Add pistachio flavor, green pastry color and mix.
• Transfer the mixture in a bowl, add raw pistachio and stir.
• Add some more pistachios on top and freeze for at least 8 hours.

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