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Easy 3 Ingredient Freezer Ice Cream

Magic Ice Cream! 3 Ingredients and 15 minutes! That’s all you need to have ice cream! 

Creamy, rich and satisfying! No Churn Ice cream that is A-OK! 

 

Easy 3 ingredient freezer ice cream @loavesanddishes.net

Easy 3 ingredient freezer ice cream

Why This Recipe Works….

  • The whipping cream makes for fluffiness
  • The Sweetened Condensed Milk gives creaminess and sweet! 
  • Vanilla gives it AWESOME flavor! 

Here’s How It’s Done…

STEP 1

Beat the whipping cream until it is the right kind of fluffy! 

 

STEP 2

Add the Sweetened Condensed Milk and fluffy it some more! 

 

STEP 3. 

Add the flavoring and then put it in the freezer! 

 

 

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s)

Is This a NO CHURN Ice Cream?

Yes! This is a NO CHURN Ice Cream!

Does It Taste the Same As Store Bought Ice Cream?

No, it doesn’t taste the same.  It has a heavier flavor and a slightly different mouth feel.

Can I Add Flavors To This 3 Ingredient Ice Cream?

Yes!

  • I recommend adding some crumbled sandwhich cookies,
  • Add Candy Bar crumbles
  • How about some nuts?
  • Chocolate Syrup Swirl anyone? 

Is Making Your Own Ice Cream Cheaper?

  • Actually, no, it isn’t.  It costs about the same or maybe a little more!
  • But you don’t have to go to the store if you already have the ingredients! 
Easy 3 ingredient freezer ice cream @loavesanddishes.net

Easy 3 ingredient freezer ice cream

How Long Does It Take To Make This Ice Cream?

  • You will need to allow it to freeze for about 8 hours.

It ONLY takes a few minutes to mix up though.

What are the ingredients for a  3 INGREDIENT ICE CREAM?

I didn’t save the issue (boo on me!),  I certainly can’t find it now, I didn’t have the directions, but I do remember the ingredients:

  • whipping cream
  • sweetened condensed milk
  • vanilla.

In a moment of desperation, I did a little experiment and found that you really CAN make this easy and simple ice cream with only three ingredients! YUM! Not entirely my own idea – but I had to go with what I could remember.

What Is Different About a No Churn Ice Cream?

  • This ice cream has a little smoother consistency than store bought ice cream and doesn’t have the crystallized bumps of home made ice cream (YUM).
  • Instead, it is smooth as silk and is best served with a sweet/tart dessert like my Rustic Blueberry Galette! or maybe even a Blueberry Cobbler!
  • FYI,  served on it’s own, I find this ice cream almost too sweet for my taste, but served over a hot tart dessert, it is THE BEST!

Please note:  I DID NOT say that Easy 3 Ingredient Freezer Ice Cream is a diet friendly ice cream. 

If you are looking for a diet friendly ice cream that will look good on your waistline tomorrow , then please, keep looking. 

This is not it! 

But if you want a tasty, creamy, ice cream to serve on your berry dessert then stay right where you are and go grab this stuff from your fridge and pantry.

TIPS & TRICKS for 3 Ingredient Ice Cream

  • Chill the whipping cream VERY WELL before using (you might even stick it in the freezer for 10 minutes before using). 
  • It never hurts to chill the sweetened condensed milk either.
  • This is a SWEET dessert! You will want to pair it with something like a berry pie, blackberry cobbler or something tart!

PRO TIP:  Chill the bowl of your stand mixer by putting it in the freezer. This helps the cream to whip up quickly! 

WHAT YOU NEED TO MAKE THIS RECIPE

Personally, I use my stand mixer, but those are expensive. You can just as easily use a hand mixer for this job. Pick one up inexpensively at a yard sale or a thrift store. This particular one was on sale when I added this link, so that might even be the best bet. At any rate, I am an affiliate of Amazon and will earn a commission if you click the photo and go through to Amazon an eventually make a purchase.

photo of a hand mixer

These loaf pans are SUPER nice, I have some! When you aren’t making ice cream in them, they are PERFECT for Pecan Banana Bread! Again, you can click the photo to go through to Amazon to compare prices and I am an affiliate of Amazon and will earn a commission if you make a purchase. 
photo of two bread pans.

 

 

 

Easy 3 ingredient freezer ice cream @loavesanddishes.net

Easy 3 ingredient freezer ice cream

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Easy 3 ingredient freezer ice cream @loavesanddishes.net

Easy 3 Ingredient Freezer Ice Cream

Magic Ice Cream! 3 Ingredients and 15 minutes! That's all you need to have ice cream! Creamy, rich and satisfying! No Churn Ice cream that is A-OK! 
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: 3 ingredient freezer ice cream, freezer ice cream
Prep Time: 6 minutes
Total Time: 6 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 209kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 Cup heavy whipping cream – refrigerated.
  • 1 tsp good quality vanilla extract
  • 1 14 oz can sweetened condensed milk

Instructions

  • In the bowl of a stand mixer or in a large kitchen bowl pour the whipping cream and the vanilla extract. Whip on medium speed until soft peaks form  (about 2-3 minutes).
  • Then, slowly add in the sweetened condensed milk while whipping and whip until firm peaks form. 
  • Pour into a loaf pan or bowl. Cover with plastic wrap and place in the freezer and keep there until it is firm and set. (about 8-10 hours in a commercial freezer, 24 hours in household freezer) 

Notes

  • Chill the whipping cream VERY WELL before using (you might even stick it in the freezer for 10 minutes before using). 
  • It never hurts to chill the sweetened condensed milk either.
  • This is a SWEET dessert!  You will want to pair it with something like a berry pie, blackberry cobbler or something tart!
PRO TIP:  Chill the bowl of your stand mixer by putting it in the freezer.  This helps the cream to whip up quickly! 

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Easy 3 Ingredient Freezer Ice Cream
Amount Per Serving
Calories 209 Calories from Fat 198
% Daily Value*
Fat 22g34%
Saturated Fat 13g65%
Cholesterol 81mg27%
Sodium 23mg1%
Potassium 44mg1%
Carbohydrates 1g0%
Protein 1g2%
Vitamin A 875IU18%
Vitamin C 0.3mg0%
Calcium 39mg4%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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***This post originally appeared on Loaves and Dishes on August 5, 2015 and has been updated with new information! *** 

A VERSE TO SHARE

It’s kinda funny to think about the foolishness of God, but I get the point.

1 Corinthians 1:25

For the foolishness of God is wiser than human wisdom, and the weakness of God is stronger than human strength.

Wendi is the writer, CEO and dishwasher at Loaves and Dishes! When not in the kitchen or behind the computer, you can find Wendi serving on International Food Conference Boards, Speaking at various conferences, Leading and Cooking for the local Arts Council's "Taste of Stokes" events or donating home cooked goodies to various local non profits such as the Danbury Songwriters and Stokes Partnership for Children. Wendi is also a Registered Nurse with a Master's Degree and serves on her town's board of councilmen.

Recipe Rating




Stephanie

Wednesday 3rd of July 2019

Can I use maple syrup or honey instead of condensed milk?

Wendi Spraker

Wednesday 3rd of July 2019

Hi Stephanie!

In lots of recipes, the sweetened condensed milk is there mostly for the sweetness, in this recipe the sweetened condensed milk is taking the place of the milk/cream base as well as the sugar for the ice cream. Therefore, honey or maple syrup wouldn't work in this case. Thanks for asking though! :) Wendi

Wendi

Friday 10th of May 2019

This sounds amazing, I am totally going to make it! Has anyone added fresh or frozen berries of any kind? To add that little tart?

Wendi Spraker

Saturday 11th of May 2019

Hi! Berries would probably work great although I haven't tried it myself. This ice cream is VERY sweet and therefore I think the berries would do it wonders! Thanks!

Sil H

Sunday 7th of April 2019

Wow I will try as soon as I go to grocery store for whip cream. Yum! Sounds wonderful. WTG, will let you know what I think. Thanks

Wendi Spraker

Sunday 7th of April 2019

Hi Sil! Thanks for letting me know! Thanks for the comment!

Sarah Trembula

Thursday 13th of December 2018

Oooooooooohhhhhhh! This is so good! I added a little dark cocoa powder and... just WOW. I have absolutely NO compunction to ever buy store bought ice cream again! Thank you!

Wendi Spraker

Thursday 13th of December 2018

Hi Sarah! Thanks for leaving me a comment! :). I’m tickled that you enjoyed it!!!

Samantha

Tuesday 10th of July 2018

I work in a retirement home I came across this article while I was looking for an easy way to make ice cream. I seen just 3 ingredients and thought I would try it. Well needless to say my residences enjoyed the ice cream but I put my own twist to by adding powdered sugar and chopped up frozen peanut butter cookies and a little baking coco and I had a peanut butter cup ice cream

Wendi Spraker

Tuesday 10th of July 2018

Oh I'm so glad you left this comment. You made my heart happy! Your changes sound wonderful too!

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