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Homemade Vanilla Ice Cream (No Churn)

This no-churn vanilla ice cream is quick and easy to make, with only 3 ingredients! This is the best vanilla ice cream recipe that's rich, creamy, and flavored with real vanilla bean. No ice cream maker required!
Prep Time15 minutes
Additional Time6 hours
Total Time6 hours 15 minutes
Course: Desserts, Frozen Desserts
Cuisine: American
Diet: Gluten Free
Servings: 10
Author: Rachel Gurk

Ingredients

  • 2 cups heavy cream, cold (36% milkfat is best)
  • 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk (full fat is best)
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla bean paste (see note)

Instructions

  • Pour heavy cream into a large mixing bowl or the bowl of a stand mixer. Use a hand mixer or stand mixer on medium-high speed to whip the cream until it holds stiff peaks (about 3 minutes, less if you’re using a stand mixer).
    2 cups heavy cream, cold
  • Add sweetened condensed milk and vanilla bean paste to whipped cream. Fold together until just combined and silky and smooth. A few small lumps may remain; it’s important not to over mix as that will deflate the mixture.
    1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk, 1 tablespoon vanilla bean paste
  • Spread into a 8 or 9-inch loaf pan. Freeze for at least 6 hours or until firm (I cover with foil to prevent freezer burn).

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Notes

  • Vanilla bean paste: If you can't find vanilla bean paste, substitute 1 tablespoon vanilla extract, or 1 tablespoon vanilla powder. You could also substitute 1 vanilla bean pod (scrape the seeds into the ice cream mixture). 
  • Add-ins: If desired, lightly fold in flavor add-ins before freezing. Some ideas: mini chocolate chips or M&Ms, toasted coconut, lightly crushed cereal or graham crackers, crushed Oreos, chocolate chip cookies, gingersnaps, or butter cookies. 
  • Storage: To store, transfer ice cream to a freezer-safe container that has a good resealable lid. It will keep for up to 3 months; however, it is best eaten within a few days. 

Nutrition

Serving: 0.5cup | Calories: 295kcal | Carbohydrates: 24g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 13g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 67mg | Sodium: 63mg | Potassium: 192mg | Sugar: 24g | Vitamin A: 806IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 144mg | Iron: 0.1mg

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