What are the 3 most important ingredients of ice cream?

If you have ever made ice cream, you already know what goes into it, ingredients such as milk, cream, and sugar . But there is one main ingredient that you may not have thought about, probably because you can't see it—air.

How to make ice cream at home in 10 minutes?

Step 1In a small resealable plastic bag, combine half-and-half, sugar, and vanilla. Push out excess air and seal. Step 2Into a large resealable plastic bag, combine ice and salt. Place small bag inside the bigger bag and shake vigorously, 7 to 10 minutes, until ice cream has hardened.

What liquid is in an ice cream maker?

The liquid within the freezer bowl is a non-toxic saline solution .

What ingredient keeps homemade ice cream soft?

Sugar, corn syrup or honey, as well as gelatin and commercial stabilizers , can all keep your ice cream at a softer consistency. Ice cream also stays softer when you store it in a shallow container, rather than a deep tub, and cover the surface of the ice cream with plastic wrap to keep ice crystals from forming.

What is the secret ingredient to ice cream?

The cream cheese helps create an ice cream with a denser, smoother texture. As explained by TASTE, cream cheese acts as a stabilizer in ice cream, preventing water from seeping out of the milk and cream as well as preventing the formation of ice crystals that detract from ice cream's creaminess.

Can I make ice cream with a hand blender?

After 45 minutes, take your instrument of choice and mix up the ice cream, being sure to get the edges which tend to freeze first. The faster you work, the more air you can incorporate, which is why I recommend a hand blender or immersion blender for this job .

How to make ice cream in the old days?

Vanilla Ice Cream: Mix ½ cup sugar or 1/3 cup sugar and 3 tablespoons corn syrup 1 teaspoon flour and a few grains salt. Add to milk and stir until thickened. Cover and cook ten minutes. Beat 1 egg yolk slightly, add a portion of the hot milk, return to double boiler and stir and cook one minute.

How do you mimic an ice cream maker?

About this method: No-churn ice cream is wildly popular, and for good reason — it's super easy to make. Essentially you whip heavy cream until fluffy stiff peaks form, then fold it into sweetened condensed milk (with some vanilla extract) . You freeze the mixture in a loaf pan and have nearly instant ice cream!

Can you use a mixer instead of an ice cream maker?

You can also use a stand mixer alone to mix and aerate your ice cream mixture and then freeze it for 6-8 hours . A stand mixer is an easy solution for an ice cream as smooth and decadent as the one at your local creamery.

3 Ingredient Vanilla Ice Cream Without Ice Cream Machine (2024)

DessertsFebruary 7, 202054 commentsBy Matt Taylor

Jump to Recipe

This 3 ingredient vanilla ice cream is great! I love that you don’t need an ice cream machine to make it as well as so few ingredients!

Vanilla Ice Cream is the most popular ice cream flavor in the United States, maybe even the world. You can enjoy it plain or with so many toppings. It goes well with root beer floats, banana splits, sundaes, on top of pies, etc. It is really fun and easy to make at home and great on a hot summer day. If I can do it, you can do it. Let’s get started!

Step 1: Gather the ingredients and tools

You will need just 3 ingredients to make this vanilla ice cream:

Heavy Whipping Cream – You can’t make ice cream without cream!
Vanilla extract – This is what gives it that yummy vanilla flavor.
Sweetened Condensed Milk – It will add sweetness to the ice cream and help with the texture.

Tools

Mixer
Spatula
plastic wrap (optional)
Bowl with lid

Step 2: How to make 3 Ingredient Vanilla Ice Cream

3 Ingredient Vanilla Ice Cream Without Ice Cream Machine (2)

In a large bowl add the heavy whipping cream. Use a hand mixer or stand mixer and mix the cream until fully whipped with stiff peaks.

Step 3: Vanilla and Sweetened Condensed Milk

3 Ingredient Vanilla Ice Cream Without Ice Cream Machine (3)

Add the can of sweetened condensed milk to the freshly made whipped cream also add the vanilla extract. Mix the ingredients with the mixer until just combined. This will make the ice cream base.

Step 4: Freeze that vanilla ice cream

3 Ingredient Vanilla Ice Cream Without Ice Cream Machine (4)

Add the 3 ingredient vanilla ice cream mixture to a plastic bowl or something like a bread loaf pan will work. Then add a piece of plastic wrap on top.

Make sure to push it down so it touches the top of the ice cream. This will help prevent ice crystals from forming. Add a lid to the bowl and stick it in the freezer.

After about 4 hours the consistency will resemble soft serve vanilla ice cream. Leave it in for a few more hours or overnight for a more traditional ice cream consistency.

Step 5: Scoop that homemade vanilla ice cream

3 Ingredient Vanilla Ice Cream Without Ice Cream Machine (5)

Once the ice cream has hardened scoop it out and serve it however you like.

3 Ingredient Vanilla Ice Cream Without Ice Cream Machine (6)

Now it is time to serve up that creamy ice cream. It will taste a bit different than a traditional custard-style churn ice cream recipe that was made in an ice cream maker. But hey it still tastes great and is super duper easy to make. Give this simple sweet treat a try sometime! Enjoy.

How long does homemade 3 ingredient vanilla ice cream last?

If stored in an airtight container in the freezer the delicious homemade ice cream will last a few weeks before crystallization happens.

Can I add fresh fruit to this easy homemade ice cream recipe?

Yes! You can fold in a strawberry puree or fresh strawberries, peach puree, other fresh berries, etc. Just add them after the whipped cream and sweetened condensed milk have been mixed together.

How can I make chocolate ice cream?

If you would like to make chocolate ice cream it is pretty much identical to this. Just follow this no churn chocolate ice cream recipe. It only takes 3 ingredients as well.

3 Ingredient Vanilla Ice Cream Without Ice Cream Machine (7)

Here are a few other recipes you may like:

Homemade Chocolate Ice Cream In a Bag

Eggless Chocolate Chip Cookies

Homemade Bagels

Belgian Sugar “Liege” Waffles

Print Recipe Pin Recipe

4.96 from 21 votes

3 Ingredient No-Churn Vanilla Ice Cream

This 3 ingredient vanilla ice cream is super duper easy to make, and no ice cream maker or bag shaking is required! If you like homemade treats you have got to try this. It tastes different than traditional ice cream but still very yummy.

Prep Time10 minutes mins

Freezing Time6 hours hrs

Total Time6 hours hrs 10 minutes mins

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Keyword: cold, creamy

Servings: 8 servings

Calories: 264kcal

Author: Matt Taylor

Equipment

Mixer
Spatula
See Also
The Secret to Making Ice Cream Without an Ice Cream Maker Ninja Creami Vanilla Soft Serve (with Low Fat Milk) | Kathleen's Cravings Pistachio Pudding Homemade Ice Cream Ninja Creami Protein Ice Cream
Plastic wrap (optional)
Bowl with lid

Ingredients

2 cups of heavy whipping cream 500ml
1 tsp of vanilla extract 5ml
14 oz of sweetened condensed milk 397g

Instructions

Begin by adding the heavy whipping cream to a large bowl and mixing it until stiff peaks form.
Add the vanilla extract and sweetened condensed milk and mix until just combined.
Pour the vanilla ice cream base into a freezer-safe bowl. Add plastic wrap so it covers and touches the top of the ice cream. Add the lid and place it in the freezer for 6 hours or more. If you like soft-serve it will be ready in about 4 hours.
Serve the ice cream with your favorite toppings. Enjoy!

Video

How to Make Ice Cream - Homemade Ice Cream Only 3 Ingredients - Without Ice Cream Maker

Notes

Tried this recipe?Mention @WPRecipeMaker or tag #wprecipemaker!

Nutrition

Calories: 264kcal

Do you like this easy recipe? Please give it a rating and comment down below, I really appreciate it. If you make it tag me on Instagram @inthekitchenwithmatt. Also, sign up for the newsletter so you won’t miss out on any of my new posts and recipes.

Matt Taylor

YouTuber and food blogger with a passion for cooking, eating, being outdoors and watching movies. Did you know I wrote an ebook cookbook called "All Things Chocolate: 30 of my favorite chocolate recipes."? Help support the food blog and YouTube channel by buying a copy in my shop. :)

Facebook Twitter Instagram

54 Comments

Sue
May 6, 2024 at 12:39 pm·Reply
With the no churn ice cream you can use a magic bullet.Works great!
- Matt Taylor
  May 6, 2024 at 1:12 pm·Reply
  Yes!
  See Also
  10 Delicious Sorbet Recipes for An Ice Cream Maker - Homebody Eats
Patricia Pryor
January 21, 2024 at 11:19 am·Reply

Hi Matt, this recipe was so easy to make and delicious I can’t wait to try out more recipes
- Matt Taylor
  January 21, 2024 at 11:43 am·Reply
  Thank you Patricia! Glad you tried this 3 ingredient vanilla ice cream recipe and liked it!
Joan M
June 23, 2023 at 5:56 pm·Reply

This is a great recipe and nutritionally better than store bought.
What is the quantity of finished product?
- Matt Taylor
  June 24, 2023 at 8:20 am·Reply
  Thanks Joan! It makes about 8 servings or about 30 ounces of ice cream.
mary
March 20, 2023 at 2:29 pm·Reply

If I wanted to add strawberry or any fruit or preserves how much of that can be added without changing the texture of the mix?
- Matt Taylor
  March 21, 2023 at 8:45 am·Reply
  Add about a quarter cup to half of a cup of chopped strawberries. Add about 1/4 of fruit preserves.
RGM168
October 28, 2022 at 2:37 pm·Reply

wow its amazing, ty very much il try it later
- Matt Taylor
  October 30, 2022 at 8:11 am·Reply
  Thank you! You are welcome.
Borline Moore
August 10, 2022 at 11:55 am·Reply
Thanks, it was helpful to me.
- Matt Taylor
  August 10, 2022 at 12:56 pm·Reply
  You are very welcome!
Praise 💖
July 7, 2022 at 5:52 am·Reply

Ice creamly 🍨 🍨..
- Matt Taylor
  July 7, 2022 at 11:13 am·Reply
  Thanks!

← Older Comments12

This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.