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Nothing screams summer like a cold, creamy scoop of ice cream on a sweltering day. If making the iconic frozen dessert from scratch sounds intimidating, we have great news for you: With just three ingredients and a loaf pan, you can whip up (literally!) a delicious no-churn DIY ice cream that’s perfect for cooling off—no special equipment or technique required.
Making no-churn ice cream at home is a nearly foolproof process. Start by placing a metal loaf pan in the freezer to chill. Beat cold heavy whipping cream in a large bowl until stiff peaks form. Then, in a separate bowl, mix a can of sweetened condensed milk with vanilla and a pinch of salt. Fold in some of the whipped cream to lighten, then add in the rest until just combined. Transfer the mixture to the chilled pan, and voilà — all that’s left to do is wait until the mixture freezes solid to a beautifully scoopable consistency. We recommend freezing the pan overnight if you can wait that long.
On its own, the base ice cream is a lovely accompaniment to your favorite slice of pie or any sweet treat your heart desires. But don’t stop there—the easy master recipe is a wonderful canvas for all sorts of flavor ideas, from grilled stone fruit to pureed berries. It’s a perfect place to get a little creative this summer! To help you take your scoop to the next level, we are sharing five tasty ways to make the frozen treat your own. Say hello to ice cream socials all summer long!
Grilled Stone Fruit with No-Churn Ice Cream
For the ice cream purists, this base recipe is the starting point to achieve delicious DIY ice cream all season long. Simply fold whipped cream into sweetened condensed milk, spread the mixture in a loaf pan, and freeze until firm. Here, we suggest serving it alongside simply grilled stone fruits for an epic hot and cold summer duo.
Berry Swirl No-Churn Ice Cream
Grab your favorite mix of berries (we love strawberries, blueberries, blackberries, and raspberries) for the ultimate fruity ice cream treat. It takes just three other ingredients, and you have a crowd-pleasing dessert for even the hottest summer day. Bonus: Serve it alongside pound cake or another basic cake recipe for a perfect pair.
No-Churn Sweet Corn Ice Cream with Blackberry Sauce
If you’re looking for a little more of an advanced (but still easy) ice cream blend, look no further than sweet corn. The summer vegetable brings a light, natural sweetness to the ice cream bowl and the three-ingredient blackberry sauce takes it over the top. Nothing says summer quite like this.
Tabasco No-Churn Ice Cream
It might sound crazy, but we’re really leaning into the swicy flavors this summer and Tabasco and ice cream are a surprising match made in heaven. Just a couple of tablespoons turns ice cream into a sweet-spicy heaven. It’s perfect for hot sauce lovers!
Super Fast Coffee Gelato
If the best part of your morning is your cup of Joe, turn your morning beverage into a dessert to enjoy all season. With just four ingredients, you’ll get the decadent flavor of coffee and ice cream all in one.
