No-Churn Ice Cream Recipes
No-churn ice cream is a fun and easy dessert that you can make at home without an ice cream maker. These recipes are perfect for hot summer days or whenever you crave a sweet treat. With just a few ingredients, you can whip up delightful flavors that everyone will love.
Why Make This Recipe
Making no-churn ice cream is simple and doesn’t require any special equipment. You get to enjoy creamy, delicious ice cream without the hassle of traditional methods. Plus, you can customize the flavors to fit your taste. Whether you love cotton candy, soda flavors, or fruity sweetness, there’s a no-churn recipe ready for you.
How to Make No-Churn Ice Cream
Here’s how to create four delicious no-churn ice cream flavors: Cotton Candy, Dr. Pepper, Kool-Aid, and Unicorn.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 14 oz sweetened condensed milk
- 2 tsp cotton candy flavoring
- Food coloring in pink and blue
- 12 oz Dr. Pepper
- 28 oz cans sweetened condensed milk
- 0.22 oz unsweetened blue raspberry lemonade drink mix
- 0.14 oz unsweetened strawberry Kool-Aid drink mix
- 16 oz creamy whipped topping
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
- Neon food coloring
- 3 Tbsp unicorn sprinkles
Directions:
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Cotton Candy Ice Cream: Beat the heavy whipping cream until stiff peaks form. Fold in the sweetened condensed milk, cotton candy flavoring, and food coloring. Freeze for 4-6 hours.
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Dr. Pepper Ice Cream: Mix the sweetened condensed milk and Dr. Pepper together. In another bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff. Fold both mixtures together and freeze for 4-6 hours.
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Kool-Aid Ice Cream: Whip the heavy cream, then fold in the sweetened condensed milk and the drink mixes. Freeze for 4-6 hours.
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Unicorn Ice Cream: Mix the whipped topping, sweetened condensed milk, vanilla extract, and salt. Add food coloring and stir in sprinkles. Freeze for 4-6 hours.
How to Serve No-Churn Ice Cream
Scoop the ice cream into bowls or cones and enjoy! You can also add toppings like chocolate syrup, more sprinkles, or fresh fruits for extra fun.
How to Store No-Churn Ice Cream
Keep your no-churn ice cream in an airtight container in the freezer. It stays fresh for about 2-3 weeks, but it’s best to enjoy it sooner for the best taste and texture.
Tips to Make No-Churn Ice Cream
- Make sure to beat the heavy cream well; this helps the ice cream stay light and fluffy.
- Don’t skip on the food coloring; it makes the ice cream more fun and visually appealing.
- Experiment with different flavors and toppings to create your own unique recipes.
Variation
Feel free to swap in your favorite soda or flavored drink mix for a new twist. You can also use different extracts or add in fruit purees for variety.
FAQs
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Do I need an ice cream maker for these recipes?
- No, the beauty of no-churn ice cream is that you don’t need an ice cream maker at all!
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How long does it take to freeze the ice cream?
- Each flavor should freeze for about 4-6 hours to reach the perfect consistency.
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Can I use low-fat ingredients?
- While low-fat ingredients can be used, they may not yield the same creamy texture as full-fat options, so results may vary.