Food 16/04/2025 12:28

3-Ingredient, 5-Minute Homemade Ice Cream – No Machine Needed! 🍦✨

Forget store-bought ice cream! This creamy, dreamy, no-churn version requires just 3 ingredients and 5 minutes of prep. No ice cream maker, no cooking—just whisk, freeze, and enjoy the smoothest homemade ice cream you’ve ever tasted.

Customize it with chocolate, fruit, or cookies for endless flavor possibilities!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

✅ No special equipment – Just a bowl and whisk
✅ Silky smooth texture – No icy crystals!
✅ Endless variations – Vanilla, chocolate, strawberry, etc.
✅ Kid-friendly – Fun to make together

Ingredients You’ll Need

(Makes 1 pint – double for more!)

Base Ingredients:

2 cups (480ml) heavy whipping cream (cold)
1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk (chilled)
1 tsp vanilla extract

(Optional mix-ins: cocoa powder, crushed Oreos, fruit puree, Nutella, etc.)

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Whip the Cream

In a large bowl, beat cold heavy cream with a hand mixer or whisk until stiff peaks form.

2. Fold in Condensed Milk

Gently stir in sweetened condensed milk and vanilla until fully combined.

3. Customize (Optional)

For chocolate ice cream: Mix in ¼ cup cocoa powder.
For cookie dough: Add ½ cup mini chocolate chips + cookie chunks.
For strawberry swirl: Layer with ½ cup strawberry jam.

4. Freeze & Enjoy!

Transfer to a loaf pan or airtight container.
Freeze 6+ hours (or overnight) until firm.

Pro Tips for the Best Ice Cream

🔥 Extra creamy? Add 2 tbsp cream cheese while whipping.
🍫 Chocolate chips? Toss in 1 tsp flour to prevent sinking.
🍓 Fruit flavors? Swirl in pureed berries after freezing for 1 hour.
❄️ Scoop easier? Let sit at room temp 5-10 minutes before serving.

FAQs

Can I use coconut milk?

Yes! Use full-fat coconut cream instead of dairy cream.

Why is my ice cream icy?

Overmixed or didn’t use enough fat (stick to heavy cream).

How long does it last?

2 weeks in the freezer (if it doesn’t get eaten first!).

Serving Ideas

🍪 Sundae bar: Top with hot fudge, sprinkles, and nuts
☕ Affogato: Pour espresso over vanilla ice cream
🍌 Nice cream: Blend frozen bananas into the base