Homemade No-Churn Ice Cream is an incredibly easy and creamy treat that doesn’t require an ice cream maker. You just mix a few ingredients, freeze, and enjoy! Here’s a basic recipe that you can customize with your favorite flavors and mix-ins.
Homemade No-Churn Ice Cream
Ingredients:
- 2 cups heavy cream (cold)
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (or any flavor you prefer)
- Optional mix-ins: chocolate chips, crushed cookies, fruit, swirls of caramel or fudge, etc.
Instructions:
- Whip the Cream:
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the cold heavy cream using an electric mixer or stand mixer on high speed until stiff peaks form. This means the cream will hold its shape when you lift the beaters out. Be careful not to overwhip.
- Combine with Sweetened Condensed Milk:
- In a separate bowl, combine the sweetened condensed milk and vanilla extract. Stir until well combined.
- Fold Everything Together:
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the sweetened condensed milk mixture using a spatula. Be careful not to deflate the whipped cream—fold until just combined and smooth.
- Add Optional Mix-ins:
- If you’re adding any mix-ins, now is the time. Gently fold in ingredients like chocolate chips, crushed cookies, fruit, or nuts, or even a swirl of caramel or chocolate sauce. Just be sure not to overmix.
- Freeze:
- Pour the mixture into a loaf pan or any freezer-safe container. Smooth the top with a spatula.
- Cover tightly with plastic wrap or a lid, and freeze for at least 6 hours, or overnight, until firm.
- Serve:
- Once frozen, scoop and serve your homemade no-churn ice cream! It’s perfect on its own, in a cone, or topped with sprinkles or chocolate syrup.
Flavor Variations:
- Chocolate Chip: Add mini chocolate chips into the base.
- Strawberry Swirl: Swirl in some strawberry jam or puree.
- Cookies and Cream: Fold in crushed Oreos or other sandwich cookies.
- Mint Chocolate Chip: Add a few drops of mint extract and chocolate chips.
- Peanut Butter Swirl: Swirl in peanut butter and chocolate chips.
This simple no-churn ice cream recipe is endlessly customizable to suit your flavor cravings. Enjoy your creamy, homemade ice cream without any fuss!