Here’s a super easy, no-machine Ice Cream recipe that anyone can make at home with just 3 ingredients. No cooking, no ice cream maker required 🍨
🍦 Easy Homemade Ice Cream (No-Churn)
⏱ Time
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Prep: 10 minutes
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Freezing: 6–8 hours
🍨 Servings
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6–8 scoops
🧾 Ingredients
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2 cups heavy whipping cream (very cold)
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1 can (395 g) sweetened condensed milk
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1 tsp vanilla essence
👨🍳 Directions (Step-by-Step)
Step 1: Whip the Cream
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Pour cold whipping cream into a large bowl.
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Beat with a whisk or electric beater until stiff peaks form.
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(Cream should hold its shape and not be runny)
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Step 2: Add Condensed Milk
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Gently add condensed milk to the whipped cream.
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Add vanilla essence.
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Fold slowly with a spatula using light strokes.
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Do not overmix or the ice cream will lose air.
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Step 3: Freeze
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Transfer mixture into a freezer-safe container.
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Cover tightly.
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Freeze for 6–8 hours or overnight until firm.
Step 4: Serve
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Scoop and enjoy creamy, smooth homemade ice cream 🍦
⭐ Optional Easy Flavors
Mix any one of these before freezing:
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Chocolate: Add 3 tbsp cocoa powder or melted chocolate
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Strawberry: Add ½ cup strawberry puree
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Mango: Add ½ cup mango pulp
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Oreo: Crush 6–8 Oreos and fold in
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Dry Fruits: Add chopped almonds or pistachios
🔁 Without Whipping Cream (Alternative)
If whipping cream is unavailable:
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Use fresh cream (malai), chilled overnight
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Blend until thick before using
✅ Tips for Best Results
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Always use cold cream
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Fold gently for creamy texture
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Cover container tightly to avoid ice crystals
