Making homemade ice cream is easier than you might think, and you don’t need any fancy equipment to enjoy a creamy, delicious treat. With just a few simple ingredients you can create your own ice cream at home. This makes a fun party experience for kids and adults as well.
This no-churn ice cream recipe is perfect for those who want to enjoy homemade ice cream without the hassle of using an ice cream machine. It’s a straightforward process that yields a rich and creamy dessert, customizable with your favorite flavors, topping and add-ins.
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Ingredients
- one 14-oz can of sweetened condensed milk
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups (16 fl oz) cold heavy whipping cream
Supplies
- Electric Mixer (handheld or counter-top)
- Large spoon
- measuring spoons
- loaf pan
Instructions
1. Place a 9×5-inch loaf pan in the freezer to chill. This helps the ice cream freeze faster and more evenly.
2. In a large mixing bowl, beat the sweetened condensed milk with the vanilla extract with electric mixer on medium-high speed until well combined.
3. Add 2 cups of cold heavy cream to the bowl and beat until stiff peaks form. This usually takes about 3-4 minutes.
4. Spoon the mixture into the chilled loaf pan. Smooth the top with a spatula or large spoon. Add toppings like chocolate chips, nuts, fruit, syrups or cookie pieces at this point.
Tip: You might like to add some mixture to the pan and then add ingredients like cookie pieces, chocolate syrup, chocolate chips, nuts, etc., so there will be a layer of extra goodies throughout the mixture. Then add the rest of the mixture on top and smooth out.
5. If you have a lid for your container use that and if not cover with plastic wrap or aluminum foil, and freeze for at least 4-6 hours, or until the ice cream is firm.
Once frozen, let the ice cream sit at room temperature for a few minutes to soften slightly before scooping and enjoy.
This easy homemade ice cream recipe is a fantastic way to enjoy ice cream without the need for special equipment. It’s a versatile base that you can customize with various flavors and mix-ins to suit your preferences. Whether you stick with classic vanilla or get creative with your additions, this recipe is sure to be a hit.
