Pre-step – make sure the cream maker’s canister is frozen solid - usually this takes 12-24 hours in the freezer. It’s completely frozen when you don’t hear sloshing liquid when you shake it.
Add the strawberries to a blender and toss with ½ of the sugar. Allow the sugared strawberries to sit for at least 15-20 minutes to allow the juices to release. Then, blend the strawberries until completely smooth.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk the remaining sugar with the heavy cream, half and half, and vanilla extract. Add the strawberry puree to the cream mixture and stir well to create the ice cream base.
Assemble your ice cream maker and pour the base into the frozen canister. Churn per the machine manufacturer’s instructions. This typically takes about 25-30 minutes of churning and the base will end up with the consistency of extra soft, soft-serve.
During the last few minutes of churning add your crushed Oreo cookies and churn until the cookie crumbles are evenly disbursed.
Pour the ice cream into a loaf pan or other freezer-safe container. Top with extra cookie crumbles, if desired.
Press parchment paper directly on the surface of the ice cream and wrap tightly in plastic wrap or cover with an airtight lid. Freeze for at least 4 hours.
When ready to serve, allow ice cream to sit at room temperature for a few minutes for easier scooping.