Making homemade vanilla ice cream without an ice cream maker sounds like a dream! This recipe looks so simple yet super satisfying. Here’s how to bring it all together:
🛒 Ingredients:
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream, cold
- 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/8 teaspoon kosher salt
Instructions:
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Whip the cream: In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer (or stand mixer) to beat the cold heavy whipping cream on medium-high speed until stiff peaks form. This will take about 3-5 minutes.
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Mix the sweetened condensed milk: In a separate bowl, whisk together the sweetened condensed milk, vanilla extract, and kosher salt.
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Combine: Gently fold the sweetened condensed milk mixture into the whipped cream. Be careful not to deflate the whipped cream too much—fold it just enough to combine everything into a smooth, airy mixture.
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Freeze: Transfer the mixture into a loaf pan or an airtight container. Smooth the top with a spatula, cover with plastic wrap, and freeze for at least 6 hours, or until it’s firm and scoopable.
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Serve: Once frozen, scoop out your homemade vanilla ice cream into bowls or cones, and enjoy! You can top it with your favorite toppings or mix-ins (chocolate chips, fruit, or caramel sauce).
Doesn’t that sound like a quick and creamy treat? It’s perfect for when you’re craving ice cream but don’t want to break out an ice cream maker. What mix-ins or toppings would you add to this?
