Craving some homemade ice cream but don’t want to fuss with an ice cream maker? No problem! With just three ingredients and a little bit of patience, you can whip up your own no-churn ice cream right in your kitchen. Here’s how:
Basic No-Churn Ice Cream Recipe
Ingredients:
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- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions:
- Whip It Good: In a large bowl, whip the heavy cream with a hand mixer or stand mixer until stiff peaks form. You want it to look like a fluffy cloud that can hold its shape.
- Sweeten the Deal: In a separate bowl, mix the sweetened condensed milk and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Fold and Blend: Gently fold the whipped cream into the sweetened condensed milk mixture. Be careful not to deflate the cream—you want to keep it nice and airy.
- Freeze Time: Pour the mixture into a loaf pan or any other freezer-safe container. Cover it with plastic wrap or a lid and pop it in the freezer for at least 4 hours, or until it’s firm and scoopable.
And just like that, you’ve got yourself a batch of creamy, dreamy, no-churn ice cream! But why stop at vanilla? Here are five fun variations to jazz up your basic recipe:
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1. Berry Swirl
- Add-In: 1 cup of your favorite berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
- How To: Mash the berries with a fork or blend them for a smoother consistency. Once you’ve folded the whipped cream into the condensed milk, gently swirl the berry mixture into the base. You can also add a handful of whole berries for an extra burst of flavor.
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2. Cookies and Cream Dream
- Add-In: 1 cup of crushed chocolate sandwich cookies
- How To: Crush your cookies into small chunks and fold them into the ice cream base after mixing the whipped cream and condensed milk. For extra indulgence, throw in a few larger cookie pieces right before freezing.
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3. Mint Chocolate Chip Magic
- Add-In: 1 teaspoon peppermint extract, 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
- How To: Stir the peppermint extract into the condensed milk before folding in the whipped cream. After combining, mix in the mini chocolate chips. For a green hue, add a few drops of green food coloring.
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4. Peanut Butter Cup Paradise
- Add-In: 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter, 1/2 cup chopped peanut butter cups
- How To: Melt the peanut butter in the microwave for about 20-30 seconds until it’s easy to drizzle. Fold it into the base, creating a peanut buttery swirl. Add the chopped peanut butter cups on top or mix them throughout.
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5. Salted Caramel Swirl
- Add-In: 1/2 cup caramel sauce, a pinch of sea salt
- How To: Drizzle the caramel sauce into the ice cream base, folding gently to create a swirl. Sprinkle a pinch of sea salt on top before freezing for that sweet and salty combo everyone loves.
There you have it—six different ways to enjoy your homemade no-churn ice cream. The best part? You can mix and match these flavors to create your own signature blend. Get creative, have fun, and enjoy every scoop!
