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    Home » Real Food » Desserts » No-Churn Ice Cream

    No-Churn Ice Cream

    By Kristen Chidsey | 14 Comments | Published June 3, 2021 | Updated June 2, 2021 *This post may include amazon links. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.

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    Made with only 3 ingredients, this simple recipe for No-Churn Ice Cream requires no special equipment or ice cream maker. It is the most delicious, creamy way to enjoy Vanilla Ice Cream plain or with optional add-ins, like cookie dough or chocolate chips.

    Made with only 3 ingredients, this simple recipe for No-Churn Ice Cream requires no special equipment or ice cream maker.

    Whether served plain, with a drizzle of homemade chocolate syrup, or with additional mix-ins, like chocolate chips or M&Ms, this recipe for No-Churn Vanilla Ice Cream is a real treat!

    Bowl of ice cream next to loaf pan of no-churn ice cream.

    Ice Cream Without an Ice Cream Maker

    Even without an ice cream maker, you can still enjoy delicious homemade ice cream.

    Ice cream machines incorporate air into the cream, keeping it light and fluffy, as it churns and freezes. But by folding whipped cream into sweetened milk, you can create the same results as Classic Vanilla Ice Cream without an expensive piece of equipment.

    Ingredients Needed

    Ingredients for no churn ice cream on counter.
    • Heavy Whipping Cream: This is a crucial ingredient used to create fluffy whipped cream to fold into the ice cream mixture.
    • Sweetened Condensed Milk: Any brand or fat percentage of canned sweetened condensed milk works for this recipe.
    • Vanilla Extract: There is no substitute for pure vanilla extract, do not use imitation vanilla extract, as the flavor will not be the same.

    How to Make No-Churn Ice Cream

    • Line a 9x5 freezer-safe loaf pan with parchment paper. Place in the freezer.
    • In a large bowl, use a hand mixer or a stand mixer to whip the cream until soft peaks occur, but be careful not to overwhip.
    • In another large bowl, whisk the vanilla into the sweetened condensed milk.
    • Using a spatula, gently fold the whipped cream into the sweetened condensed milk mixture. You want to slowly and carefully incorporate the two mixtures together so the whipped cream stays light and aerated.
    Side by side photos of sweetened condensed milk next to a bowl of whipped cream.
    • Pour into prepared pan, cover with plastic wrap and freeze at least 4 hours or overnight.
    Ice Cream In loaf pan lined with parchment paper.

    Storing Ice Cream

    To prevent ice crystals from forming, place a layer of plastic wrap directly over the ice cream and then top with a lid or layer of foil. Homemade no-churn ice cream will keep for 2 months in the freezer, however, I find the flavor is best enjoyed within 1 month.

    Additions to No-Churn Ice Cream

    Vanilla ice cream is a classic base flavor that is delicious when served plain but is also great with toppings mixed into the ice cream, creating endless flavor options.

    To add a mix-in to your No-Churn Ice Cream, simply fold in ½ cup to 1 cup of additional toppings or ingredients to your ice cream mixture right before freezing.

    • Add broken sandwich cookies for a Cookies and Creme flavor.
    • Add in crumbled-up graham crackers, mini marshmallows, and a swirl of chocolate sauce for Smores Ice Cream.
    • Sprinkle with chocolate chips, M&Ms, Reese's Pieces, or broken-up candy bars.
    • Add in chopped fresh strawberries, blueberries, or pitted cherries.
    • Swirl in nut butter or cookie butter.

    Desserts Made Complete with Ice Cream

    Serve or prepare any of these desserts with a scoop of homemade no-churn ice cream.

    • Homemade Brownies
    • Instant Pot Lava Cakes
    • Peach Crisp
    • Peach Cobbler
    • Baked Apples

    If you enjoyed this simple recipe for No-Churn Ice Cream, I would love for you to leave a comment and review below.

    Dish of vanilla ice cream next to loaf pan with no churn ice cream.

    No-Churn Vanilla Ice Cream

    Made with only 3 ingredients, this simple recipe for homemade ice cream requires no special equipment or ice cream maker.
    5 from 10 votes
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    Course: Dessert
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Chilling: 4 hours
    Total Time: 4 hours 10 minutes
    Servings: 12
    Calories: 244kcal
    Author: Kristen Chidsey

    Ingredients

    • 2 cups heavy whipping cream
    • 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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    Instructions

    • Line a 9x5 loaf pan with parchment paper. Place in the freezer while you prepare the ice cream.
    • In a large bowl, whisk the vanilla into the sweetened condensed milk.
    • In a separate large bowl, use a hand mixer or a stand mixer to whip the cream until soft peaks occur, being careful not to overwhip. The cream will be done when you pull the beaters out and the cream forms soft peaks that stand up and slowly fall down.
    • Using a spatula, gently fold the whipped cream into the sweetened condensed milk mixture. You want to slowly and carefully incorporate the two mixtures together so the whipped cream stays light and aerated.
    • If desired, gently fold in up to 1 cup of mix-ins to the mixture now.
    • Pour into prepared pan, cover with plastic wrap and freeze at least 4 hours or overnight.

    Notes

    Mix-Ins: To add a mix-in to your No-Churn Ice Cream, simply fold in ½ cup to 1 cup of additional toppings or ingredients to your ice cream mixture right before freezing. 
    Storage: To prevent ice crystals from forming, place a layer of plastic wrap directly over the ice cream and then top with a lid or layer of foil. Homemade no-churn ice cream will keep for 2 months in the freezer, however, I find the flavor is best enjoyed within 1 month.
    Sweetened Condensed Milk: Be sure to use sweetened condensed milk, not evaporated milk. Any fat percentage works for this ice cream recipe.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 244kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Cholesterol: 66mg | Sodium: 57mg | Potassium: 153mg | Sugar: 18g | Vitamin A: 671IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 120mg | Iron: 1mg
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    Hi, I am Kristen, creator of A Mind "Full" Mom. I believe that making a wholesome family meal does not need to be hard or expensive! I love nothing more than to share with you delicious solutions for your hungry family.

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    1. Shellie Stellpflue

      June 20, 2021 at 11:10 pm

      5 stars
      Way less mess too. 😁. Yum!.now if we could speed up the freezing step! It's worth waiting for!
      Thanks,Shell

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      • Kristen Chidsey

        June 21, 2021 at 6:35 am

        LOL! That would be nice! Happy to hear you enjoyed this!

        Reply
    2. Theresa

      June 12, 2021 at 5:10 pm

      This is great. I like the idea of not having to get the ice cream freezer out! Thanks for sharing and HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!

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      • Kristen Chidsey

        June 13, 2021 at 7:44 am

        Thank you so much Theresa!

        Reply
    3. Reginia Sam

      June 12, 2021 at 12:33 pm

      Sounds yummy. Will try the no-churn. I don’t have a ice maker. I have to get a mixer too

      Reply
    4. Casey Wilson

      June 09, 2021 at 1:33 pm

      Hi,
      If you leave the vanilla out wiuld it taste like sweet cream?

      Thank You,
      Casey W

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      • Kristen Chidsey

        June 09, 2021 at 3:44 pm

        Very much so Casey!

        Reply
    5. Sheila Slater

      June 08, 2021 at 3:30 pm

      Can you change the flavor? I was thinking of trying the chocolate sweetened condensed milk

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      • Kristen Chidsey

        June 08, 2021 at 4:19 pm

        Oh, I have not seen the chocolate condensed milk, but my guess is that would be absolutely fabulous. Let us know how you enjoy it!

        Reply
    6. Natasha

      June 06, 2021 at 10:38 am

      5 stars
      I love that I can do this even if I don't have an ice cream maker at home. So delicious and easy to make. Thanks for an awesome recipe!NATA

      Reply
    7. Natasha

      June 06, 2021 at 10:37 am

      5 stars
      I love that I can do this even if I don't have an ice cream maker at home. So delicious and easy to make. Thanks for an awesome recipe!

      Reply
    8. Natalie

      June 04, 2021 at 1:01 pm

      5 stars
      What an easy recipe!! We love making ice cream, especially when we can make it together. Homemade ice cream is the best!!

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      • Kristen Chidsey

        June 05, 2021 at 6:58 am

        So glad you enjoyed making and eating this ice cream, Natalie

        Reply
    9. Beth

      June 04, 2021 at 11:37 am

      5 stars
      Yummy! So delicious and very yummy! Perfect for summer too.

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