The ice cream mix is to sweet for me. What can I do to make it less sweet?

A few suggestions to make it less sweet are listed below: Add a touch of salt. Incorporate tart or bitter ingredients. Choose natural flavor enhancers.

I ordered the Cuisinart 1-Pint Wonder Ice Cream Maker. How much heavy cream and half and half does this mix call for to make 1 pint?

These instructions be cut in half for a pint. Preparation Instructions: 1 packet ice cream starter 1-1/2 cups cold half-and-half 1-1/2 cups cold heavy cream In large bowl, whisk together ice cream starter and half-and-half until starter has dissolved. Stir in cream. Transfer mixture to ice cream maker and freeze according to manufacturer’s instructions. Transfer ice cream to chilled container, cover and freeze until firm, at least 3 hours or up to 3 days before serving. Makes 1 qt.

Can this be used with the KitchenAid ice cream attachment?

Simply mix with heavy cream and half-and-half, pour into your ice cream maker and freeze.

Instead of heavy cream can I use whole milk for the vanilla flavored ice cream starter kit along with the half and half per instructions?

Yes, ingredients can be adjusted to your desired liking.

Can you make without the ice cream maker? Just use ice?

This mix is designed to use with an ice cream maker.

Is it possible to add a fruit juice to flavor the vanilla ice cream? E.g. lime or lemon juice ?

If adding fruit juice, it must be concentrated and used as part of the liquid, not in addition (i.e, if it calls for 1 cup of half and half, you can use 3/4 cup half and half and 1/4 cup of concentrated fruit juice. This is just an example!). Your ice cream may become icy with less volume, and less creamy. Generally, we do not recommend adding fruit juice to ensure you get the creamiest treat from our Williams Sonoma Ice Cream Starter!

Can you use this ice cream base in a commercial soft serve ice cream maker?

The Williams Sonoma Ice Cream Starter is not made for a soft serve machine, they lack a variety of ingredients needed included stabilizers required for soft serve.

Can I use this in my Ninja Creami?

This is compatible with any ice cream maker, though we recommend checking with the manufacturer if you're unsure or if they require proprietary mixes.

If I wanted to make this with cashew milk, would I follow the same recipe as the coconut milk one?

Hi AmyO, Yes, that recipe will work with cashew milk. Be sure to use 24-26oz of milk.

Can I use this vanilla ice cream as a base for a flavored ice cream? For example, could I add my own pumpkin spices?

Hi LSL1500, Yes, you can use the vanilla ice cream as a base. Spices can be added to the dry mix before blending. For mix-ins that are large pieces like dried fruits or candies, we recommend adding in the last 5 minutes of churning.

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Creamy, vanilla, sweet

Why We Love It

Everything is more fun with ice cream, and the easiest way to whip up a batch of velvety vanilla is with our all-natural ice cream starter. Simply mix with heavy cream and half-and-half, pour into your ice cream maker and freeze. Customize with favorite mix-ins like chocolate chips, chopped nuts, crushed cookies or candy sprinkles.

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Net Weight

12.3 oz./350g.

Contains 2 packets; each packet makes 1 qt.
Receiving Instructions

Store unopened at room temperature for up to 18 months.

Preparation Instructions

1 packet ice cream starter

1 1/2 cups cold half-and-half

1 1/2 cups cold heavy cream

In large bowl, whisk together ice cream starter and half-and-half until starter has dissolved. Stir in cream.

Transfer mixture to ice cream maker and freeze according to manufacturer’s instructions.

Transfer ice cream to chilled container, cover and freeze until firm, at least 3 hours or up to 3 days before serving.

Makes 1 qt.
Sugar, sea salt, natural flavors, vanilla extract.

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