1. No Ice Cream Maker Required : All you need is a blender or food processor and some basic ingredients.
2. Ready in 10 Minutes : Skip the churning and waiting—this ice cream is ready almost instantly.
3. Customizable : Make it your own with mix-ins like chocolate chips, fruit, nuts, or cookie crumbles.
4. Healthier Options : Use natural sweeteners or dairy-free alternatives to suit your dietary needs.
5. Kid-Friendly : Kids will love helping to blend and customize their own flavors.

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Ingredients You’ll Need

Serves 2–4

Base Recipe:

• 2 cups heavy cream (or coconut cream for a dairy-free option)
• 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk (or homemade version for less sugar)
• 1 tsp pure vanilla extract (optional, for classic vanilla flavor)

Optional Mix-Ins:

• Chocolate chips
• Fresh fruit (like strawberries, bananas, or mangoes)
• Crushed cookies (Oreos, graham crackers, etc.)
• Nut butter (peanut butter, almond butter)
• Caramel or fudge swirl

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Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Blend the Base

1. In a blender or food processor, combine the heavy cream, sweetened condensed milk, and vanilla extract (if using). Blend on high speed for 1–2 minutes , until the mixture is smooth and slightly thickened.

Step 2: Add Mix-Ins (Optional)