Description
Indulge in the creamiest, dreamiest dessert without an ice cream maker! This easy No-Churn Vanilla Bean Ice Cream recipe requires just three simple ingredients and delivers rich, classic flavor that will satisfy any sweet tooth.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups (480ml) Heavy Whipping Cream, very cold
- 1 (14-ounce / 397g) can Sweetened Condensed Milk, cold
- 2 teaspoons Pure Vanilla Extract
- 1/2 teaspoon Vanilla Bean Paste (optional, for flecks)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whip the very cold heavy whipping cream using an electric mixer (handheld or stand mixer fitted with the whisk attachment) on medium-high speed until stiff peaks form. This usually takes 3-5 minutes. Be careful not to over-whip into butter.
- In a separate medium bowl, gently whisk together the cold sweetened condensed milk, vanilla extract, and vanilla bean paste (if using) until just combined.
- Gently fold about one-third of the whipped cream into the condensed milk mixture using a spatula to lighten it.
- Carefully fold the remaining whipped cream into the mixture in two additions, taking care to keep as much air in the mixture as possible. Stop folding just when no white streaks remain.
- Pour the mixture into a freezer-safe loaf pan (about 9×5 inches) or an airtight freezer container. Cover the surface directly with plastic wrap to prevent ice crystals.
- Freeze for a minimum of 6 hours, or preferably overnight, until firm.
- Allow to sit on the counter for 5-10 minutes before scooping and serving.
Notes
- For flavor variations, add 1/2 cup of mix-ins (like chocolate chips, crushed cookies, or fruit puree) during the final fold.
- Ensure both the cream and the condensed milk are well-chilled before starting for the best texture.
- Store covered tightly in the freezer for up to two weeks for optimal freshness.
- Prep Time: PT15M
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Ice Cream
- Method: No-Churn
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 65mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 70mg