Step 1: Whip the Cream
Pour the cold heavy whipping cream into a large bowl.
Using a hand mixer or whisk, beat the cream until stiff peaks form. The cream should look light and fluffy.
Step 2: Mix the Sweet Base
In another bowl combine:
- Sweetened condensed milk
- Vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Stir until smooth.
Step 3: Fold the Cream
Gently fold the whipped cream into the condensed milk mixture using a spatula.
Mix slowly to keep the mixture light and airy, which helps create a creamy texture.
Step 4: Freeze
Pour the mixture into a freezer-safe container and smooth the top.
Cover and freeze for at least 5–6 hours or overnight until firm.
Step 5: Serve
Scoop the ice cream into bowls or cones and enjoy.
Because of the creamy base, it will stay soft and smooth, just like store-bought ice cream.
Flavor Variations
You can easily customize this ice cream:
🍫 Chocolate – mix in ½ cup cocoa powder or chocolate chips
🍓 Strawberry – fold in mashed strawberries
🍪 Cookies & Cream – add crushed chocolate cookies
🍯 Honey & Nuts – swirl in honey and chopped almonds
Tips for Perfect Homemade Ice Cream
✔ Use very cold whipping cream for better volume.
✔ Fold gently so the mixture stays fluffy.
✔ Freeze in a shallow container for faster freezing.
✔ Let the ice cream sit 2–3 minutes at room temperature before scooping.
If you’d like, I can also show you:
🍦 3-ingredient ice cream (even easier)
🍫 Chocolate ice cream without an ice cream machine
🍓 Healthy banana ice cream made with just fruit.