Something I get asked ALL the time is how to make ice cream without a machine. I understand that not everyone has an ice cream maker (or two like me…) and since I just adore mine I’ve been hesitant to talk about making ice cream without one. While I believe an ice cream maker produces the best results, I’m sharing the next best thing for those of you who don’t have one! Show In this post I cover four different methods for making homemade no-churn ice cream. One method requires just two ingredients, and the others can be used with ANY recipe. You may remember one from science class! This can be a super fun DIY project or just a way to satisfy a frozen craving. Either way, I just adore using those classic white ice cream containers. It’s like making homemade Ben & Jerry’s. I got mine from Amazon, but I’ve also seen them at craft stores or speciality kitchen stores like Sur la Table. They’re pint sized, so since each recipes makes about 1 1/2 quarts a single batch will fill 3 of the containers. I like to divvy up a batch of the ice cream base and and make two or three different flavorings! I’m all about variety. Don’t forget to sign up for new recipes delivered to your inbox in order to get your hands on the free ice cream label printable! Click here to get the labels. How to Make Ice Cream without an Ice Cream MachineMethod #1: Two Ingredient Ice CreamThis method is its own recipe. Simply whip 2 cups of cream, by hand or with an electric mixer, until stiff peaks form. Slowly drizzle in a chilled can of sweetened condensed milk. Add your desired flavorings or mix-ins. Remove to an airtight container and freeze. It’s that simple!! No Churn Ice Cream Flavor ideas:Note: some mix-ins may increase the amount of time the ice cream needs to freeze before serving. Also be sure to check out all my ice cream recipes for more inspiration and guidance! Cheesecake Add 8 ounces softened cream cheese to the 2 ingredient method below. Use an electric mixer to beat with the condensed milk and vanilla before folding into the whipped cream as the recipe instructs. Mint chip 1 teaspoon peppermint extract + 1 cup mini chocolate chips + green food coloring Peanut Butter/ Nutella / Cookie Butter 1/2 cup to 1 cup spread Cinnamon Roll 3 tablespoons butter, melted + 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon Caramel or Dulce de Leche 1/2 – 1 cup caramel drizzled over the almost frozen mixture, stir to break up the ribbon a bit. Add a teaspoon of sea salt and/or a few tablespoons of bourbon for a gourmet touch! 3/4 cup cocoa powder (sifted) + 4 ounces melted cooled chocolate Rocky Road 1 cup chocolate syrup + 1 cup mini marshmallows + 1 cup toasted almonds swirled into ice cream S’mores 10 graham crackers, crushed + 1 Hershey’s bar, chopped + 1/2 cup marshmallow fluff Mocha 1/2 cup cocoa powder (sifted) + 2 tablespoons instant espresso powder Cookies & Cream 15 Oreo cookies, coarsely chopped (about 1/2 cup) Blueberry swirl 2 cups fresh blueberries + 3 tablespoons sugar + 2 tablespoons lemon juice cooked in a small saucepan over medium-high heat until burst. Chill before swirling into ice cream. Method #2: Plastic Bag MethodPlace the ice cream mixture in a quart size resealable bag, squeezing out as much air as possible and sealing tightly. Place this bag inside another quart bag, again squeezing out as much air as possible and sealing tightly. Put the bags inside a gallon size resealable bag and fill with about 4 cups crushed ice then sprinkle with 4 tablespoons coarse salt. The salt lowers the freezing point of the ice and creates an extra cold environment that absorbs heat, causing the ice cream base to freeze. Squeeze out all the air and seal tightly. Wrap the bag in a towel or put gloves on before shaking vigorously and massaging the bag, making sure the ice is surrounding the ice cream mixture constantly. Shake for about 5 to 8 minutes, or until the ice cream is frozen. The more vigorously you shake, the smoother your ice cream will be. Method #3: Freeze & Stir MethodPlace the unchurned ice cream recipe mixture in a deep stainless steel baking dish and freeze for 45 minutes. As it begins to freeze near the edges, remove it from the freezer and stir vigorously with a spatula. Return to the freezer. Continue to check the mixture every 30 minutes, stirring vigorously as it’s freezing. If you have a hand held mixer or blender, use one of those. Repeat this process for 2 to 3 hours, or until frozen. Method #4: Food Processor or Blender Method (best method!)This is a new method that’s been added since this article and video were created in 2015. Make any ice cream base according to the recipe directions. Instead of churning in an ice cream maker, pour into a ziptop bag, squeeze out all air, and seal. Freeze, lying flat, until solid. Remove from freezer and break into chunks small enough to fit into the bowl of your food processor or a high-powered blender. Pulse until completely smooth. If adding mix-ins, either fold them in or pulse until desired consistency is reached, then pour into an airtight container. Cover and freeze until ready to serve. The Best Ice Cream Recipes2 Ingredient Method
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If you want to use the last two methods with homemade custard-based ice cream, check out this video tutorial. How to make ice cream without ice cream maker?Method #1: Two Ingredient Ice Cream
Simply whip 2 cups of cream, by hand or with an electric mixer, until stiff peaks form. Slowly drizzle in a chilled can of sweetened condensed milk. Add your desired flavorings or mix-ins. Remove to an airtight container and freeze.
What can you use instead of an ice cream maker?4 Easy Ways to Make Ice Cream Without an Ice Cream Machine. Use a Food Processor or Blender. Kim's Cooking Now! Try this recipe: Five-Minute Ice Cream. ... . Use a Mason Jar. Here's what you'll need: ... . Use a Stand Mixer or Hand Mixer. Erin Vasicek. ... . Use a Plastic Bag. Try this recipe: Fresh Fruit Ice Cream in a Baggie.. What is the secret ingredient in vanilla ice cream?EGG YOLKS: Using only egg yolks (not whole eggs) makes the ice-cream super cream. This is the secret!
How to make simple home made ice cream?Directions. Stir milk, cream, and sugar in a saucepan over low heat until sugar has dissolved. ... . Transfer cream mixture to a pourable container such as a large measuring cup. ... . Pour cold ice cream mix into an ice cream maker, turn on the machine, and churn according to manufacturer's directions, 20 to 25 minutes.. |