Great choice! No-churn ice cream is one of the easiest ways to make homemade ice cream without an ice cream maker. It’s rich, creamy, and only requires 3 basic ingredients!
🍦 No-Churn Ice Cream Recipe (Easy & Quick)
Servings: About 1 quart
Ingredients:
2 cups heavy whipping cream (cold)
1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
📝 Instructions:
1. Whip the Cream
In a large bowl, use a hand mixer or stand mixer to whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form (about 2–3 minutes).
2. Fold in the Sweetened Condensed Milk
Gently fold the sweetened condensed milk into the whipped cream using a spatula.
Add the vanilla extract and mix until just combined (be careful not to deflate the mixture).
3. Freeze the Ice Cream
Transfer the mixture into a loaf pan or airtight container.
Smooth the top, cover with plastic wrap, and freeze for 4–6 hours (or overnight) until firm.
🍫 Flavor Variations & Mix-Ins:
Chocolate: Add ¼ cup cocoa powder to the condensed milk before mixing.
Cookies & Cream: Fold in crushed Oreos before freezing.
Peanut Butter Swirl: Swirl in ½ cup melted peanut butter before freezing.
Strawberry Swirl: Swirl in ½ cup strawberry jam or puree.
Coffee: Mix in 1 tablespoon instant espresso powder.
Mint Chocolate Chip: Add ½ teaspoon mint extract and ½ cup mini chocolate chips.