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Homemade Ice Cream Recipe

Irresistible Easy Homemade Ice Cream Recipe (No Machine Needed!)

This irresistibly easy homemade ice cream is rich, creamy, and requires no machine or special equipment. Perfect for beginners and busy days, it uses simple pantry ingredients and delivers classic ice cream flavour with a smooth texture. Customize it with your favourite mix-ins for endless variations.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 6 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 6 People
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: International
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups heavy whipping cream cold
  • 1 can 14 oz sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt optional
  • ½ cup chocolate chips or fruit or cookie pieces optional

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, whip the cold heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
  2. In another bowl, mix sweetened condensed milk, vanilla extract, and salt.
  3. Gently fold the whipped cream into the condensed milk mixture until smooth and airy.
  4. Fold in any optional mix-ins if using.
  5. Transfer the mixture into a freezer-safe container and smooth the top.
  6. Cover and freeze for at least 6 hours or until firm.
  7. Scoop, serve, and enjoy creamy homemade ice cream.

Notes

Use very cold cream for best whipping results.
Fold gently to keep the mixture light and fluffy.
Freeze overnight for firmer texture.
Store covered in freezer up to 2 weeks.
Let sit 2–3 minutes at room temperature before scooping.
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