Homemade Creamy Ice Cream Recipe

Here’s a Homemade Creamy Ice Cream recipe that doesn’t require an ice cream maker and uses simple ingredients for a rich, smooth texture. Perfect for customizing with your favorite flavors or mix-ins!

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🍦 Homemade Creamy Vanilla Ice Cream (No Churn)

Ingredients:

• 2 cups (480 ml) heavy whipping cream (cold)

• 1 can (14 oz / 400 g) sweetened condensed milk

• 2 tsp pure vanilla extract

• Pinch of salt

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Instructions:

1. Whip the Cream:

   • In a large mixing bowl, use a hand mixer or stand mixer to whip the cold heavy cream until stiff peaks form (about 3–4 minutes on high speed).

2. Mix Condensed Milk & Flavoring:

   • In a separate bowl, combine the sweetened condensed milk, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt.

3. Fold Gently:

   • Gently fold the condensed milk mixture into the whipped cream using a spatula. Fold until just combined—don’t overmix or it will deflate.

4. Freeze:

   • Pour the mixture into a loaf pan or airtight container. Smooth the top. Cover with plastic wrap or a lid.

5. Chill:

   • Freeze for 6 hours or overnight until firm.

6. Serve:

   • Scoop and enjoy as-is, or top with sauces, fruits, nuts, or cookie crumbles.

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🍫 Flavor Variations:

• Chocolate Ice Cream: Add ½ cup cocoa powder + ½ cup melted chocolate to the condensed milk.

• Strawberry: Fold in 1 cup chopped strawberries or strawberry puree.

• Cookies & Cream: Mix in 1 cup crushed chocolate sandwich cookies.

• Coffee: Dissolve 1 tbsp instant coffee in 1 tbsp hot water, then mix into the condensed milk.

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Would you like a churned version or a dairy-free/vegan alternative too?