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how to make homemade ice cream

How to Make Homemade Ice Cream (Easy, No Machine Needed)


  • Author: zlata
  • Total Time: 6 hrs (includes freezing)
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Creamy, delicious homemade ice cream with just 3 ingredients – no machine needed. Customize with your favorite mix-ins!


Ingredients

Scale

2 cups heavy whipping cream

1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk

2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Optional: chocolate chips, fruit, cookie crumbles


Instructions

1. Whip the cold heavy cream to stiff peaks.

2. Fold in sweetened condensed milk and vanilla extract.

3. Add your desired mix-ins.

4. Pour into a loaf pan and cover with plastic wrap.

5. Freeze for 4–6 hours or overnight.

6. Scoop, serve, and enjoy!

Notes

Use full-fat cream for best results.

Store in an airtight container with wrap pressed to the surface.

Let sit 5–10 minutes at room temp before scooping.

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 0 mins
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Churn
  • Cuisine: American, Italian-Inspired

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/2 cup
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 18g
  • Sodium: 60mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 11g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 22g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 65mg

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