Baileys Ice Cream Recipe

Ingredients

• 12 oz whole milk (1 1/2 cups)
• 8 oz heavy cream (1 cup)
• 6 egg yolks
• 6 oz granulated sugar (3/4 cup)
• 1/8 teaspoon salt
• 6 oz Baileys Irish Cream (3/4 cup)

Instructions

1. 1

   Heat 12 oz whole milk and 8 oz heavy cream in a small saucepan until scalding hot.

2. 2

   While the milk heats up, whisk together 6 egg yolks, 6 oz granulated sugar and ⅛ teaspoon salt in a small bowl.

3. 3

   Once the milk is scalding hot, pour it into the bowl with the yolks and whisk to combine

4. 4

   Return the entire mixture to the saucepan and heat over medium low heat, stirring constantly. Cook the custard until it thickens enough to coat the back of a spatula or wooden spoon. Do not allow it to come to a boil.

5. 5

   Remove from the heat and strain into a bowl. Stir 6 oz Baileys Irish Cream into the custard. Cover the bowl and chill until very cold. At least 4-5 hours or over night (see note).

6. 6

   Freeze according to the directions for your ice cream machine.

7. 7

   When the ice cream is ready, scoop it into a container and smooth to an even layer. Lay a piece of plastic wrap directly on the surface of the ice cream, cover tightly and freeze until firm.