Creamy No-Churn Vanilla Ice Cream
A quick and easy homemade vanilla ice cream recipe that requires no ice cream maker and can be whipped up in just 5 minutes. Perfect for satisfying late-night cravings or any time you want a creamy, delicious treat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream, chilled
- 14 oz (396 g) sweetened condensed milk
- 1 ½ teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt (optional)
- Optional mix-ins: chocolate chips, crushed cookies, fresh berries
Instructions
- Chill your mixing bowl and beaters in the fridge for about 15 minutes.
- Pour 1 cup (240 ml) of chilled heavy cream into the bowl. Beat on medium-high speed until soft peaks form, about 2 to 3 minutes.
- In a separate bowl, mix 14 oz (396 g) sweetened condensed milk with 1 ½ teaspoons pure vanilla extract and a pinch of salt if using.
- Using a spatula, fold the condensed milk mixture gently into the whipped cream to keep as much air as possible.
- Fold in any desired mix-ins like chocolate chips, crushed cookies, or berries.
- Pour the mixture into a loaf pan or airtight container and smooth the top.
- Freeze for at least 4 hours or ideally overnight until firm and scoopable.
Notes
Chilling the bowl and beaters helps the cream whip faster and hold shape better. Stop whipping at soft peaks to avoid grainy texture. Fold gently to keep the mixture airy. Freeze for at least 4 hours for best texture. Can be customized with mix-ins or made dairy-free by substituting coconut cream and dairy-free condensed milk.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ½ cup (120 g)
- Calories: 250
- Fat: 15
- Carbohydrates: 25
- Protein: 3
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