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    Condensed milk ice cream

    Published: Jun 23, 2022 by Anna

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    Made with just 4 ingredients, this easy condensed milk ice cream recipe is the best. Whip it in 5 minutes and then freeze it. It's that simple!

    Two glass ice cream bowl filled with vanilla ice cream.
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    • Why this recipe is so great
    • Ingredients you will need
    • Step by step directions
    • Why make homemade condensed milk?
    • Flavor variations
    • FAQ
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    Why this recipe is so great

    First of all, not everyone has an ice cream maker – and even when you do have one, using it can be messy (depending on the model). With this recipe, you don’t have to think about any equipment at all. Actually, you don’t even need a hand mixer. You can whip the heavy whipping cream by hand using a simple whisk.

    This no-churn ice cream has a fantastic texture! There’s no need to take it out from the freezer to mix it because there’s no ice crystals to break. Just pour the whipped cream with condensed milk heavy cream into a container and freeze overnight.

    It takes 5 minutes to make! Of course you need to wait for it to solidify, but this is exactly why I suggest you make it in the evening. You’ll wake up to a perfectly sweetened, creamy ice cream.

    If you want to make a large batch, just double or even triple the recipe. However, make sure to spread it between 2-3 containers so it freezes faster.

    Ingredients you will need

    Heavy whipping cream - The fattier your heavy cream, the creamier the texture.

    Sweetened condensed milk - You can make condensed milk at home or you can buy just one can for this easy homemade ice cream.

    Vanilla extract - If you like vanilla ice cream, add some vanilla extract. However, there are other ways you can flavor this ice cream that you can learn about further in the post.

    Salt - Add a generous pinch of salt for flavor balance.

    Step by step directions

    1. In a large bowl, add the heavy whipping cream, vanilla extract, and salt. Whip with a hand mixer to soft peaks.

    2. Add the condensed milk to the whipped cream and whip again until stiff peaks form. Don't overwhip!

    3. Transfer into an 8" x 8" brownie pan or similar, cover with plastic wrap so it touches the mixture, and place it in the freezer overnight. Scoop and enjoy your homemade vanilla ice cream.

    Collage image showing step by step directions to make condensed milk ice cream.

    Why make homemade condensed milk?

    The main reason to make condensed milk at home is for situations where you want to create more complicated flavors than vanilla. Of course, you can easily add chocolate or fresh berries when you make this recipe to make it your own, but you can't simply add lavender, rosemary, or matcha flavors. 

    To create lavender-flavored homemade ice cream, you will need to infuse the condensed milk with the flavor. You can do this by cooking milk, sugar, and some lavender until it thickens. Then, leave the mixture to cool down to room temperature. This will be enough time to infuse the milk with lavender. 

    Strain out the lavender using a fine mesh strainer and throw it away. You can now chill the remaining mixture before using it to make ice cream with condensed milk.

    Same goes for other herbs, zests, and powders, like matcha, that don't completely dissolve in liquids. Also, if you prefer to use a whole vanilla bean, this is the method you want to use.

    Scooping out vanilla ice cream with a cookie scoop.

    Flavor variations

    Chocolate - Fold in some chocolate chips before freezing the mixture or pour in a little Chocolate ganache and fold a couple of times with a rubber spatula to make it look like marble.

    Peanut butter - Fold in some peanut butter (which should be runny) with a rubber spatula and freeze.

    Berries - Cube fresh strawberries to fold into the mixture or just use any berries as a topping.

    Berry sauce - Swirl your favorite berry jam into the mixture before freezing, or make your own Raspberry coulis and mix it in.

    FAQ

    How to store condensed milk ice cream?

    Store it in an airtight container in the freezer for up to two weeks. I highly recommend having plastic wrap in contact with the surface of the ice cream to prevent ice crystals from forming.

    How many servings in this recipe?

    If you make 3-4 scoops per serving, this recipe is enough to serve 5-6 people.

    Can I make homemade ice cream with condensed milk in an ice cream maker?

    Yes, you can! Make the mixture and then churn it following the instructions of your ice cream maker.

    Vanilla ice cream in a glass ice cream bowl, one spoon taken.

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    Recipe card

    Two glass ice cream bowl filled with vanilla ice cream.

    Condensed milk ice cream

    Made with just 4 ingredients, this easy condensed milk ice cream recipe is the best. Whip it in 5 minutes and then freeze it. It's that simple!
    5 from 1 vote
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    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Cook Time: 5 minutes
    Freezing: 7 hours
    Servings: 5 servings
    Calories: 403kcal

    Equipment

    • 8" x 8"or 20x20cm brownie pan
    • Mixing bowl
    • Hand mixer

    Ingredients

    • 200 g sweetened condensed milk
    • 400 g heavy whipping cream cold
    • Pinch of salt
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

    Instructions

    • In a large bowl, add the heavy whipping cream, vanilla extract, and salt. Whip with a hand mixer to soft peaks.
    • Add the condensed milk to the whipped cream and whip again until stiff peaks form. Don't overwhip!
    • Transfer into an 8" x 8"or 20x20cm brownie pan or similar, cover with plastic wrap so it touches the mixture, and place it in the freezer overnight. Scoop and enjoy your homemade vanilla ice cream.

    Notes

    Store it in an airtight container in the freezer for up to two weeks. I highly recommend having plastic wrap in contact with the surface of the ice cream to prevent ice crystals forming.

    Nutrition

    Nutrition Facts
    Condensed milk ice cream
    Serving Size
     
    1 serving (3-4 scoops)
    Amount per Serving
    Calories
    403
    % Daily Value*
    Fat
     
    32
    g
    49
    %
    Saturated Fat
     
    21
    g
    131
    %
    Polyunsaturated Fat
     
    1
    g
    Monounsaturated Fat
     
    8
    g
    Cholesterol
     
    104
    mg
    35
    %
    Sodium
     
    72
    mg
    3
    %
    Potassium
     
    226
    mg
    6
    %
    Carbohydrates
     
    24
    g
    8
    %
    Sugar
     
    24
    g
    27
    %
    Protein
     
    5
    g
    10
    %
    Vitamin A
     
    1283
    IU
    26
    %
    Vitamin C
     
    2
    mg
    2
    %
    Calcium
     
    166
    mg
    17
    %
    Iron
     
    0.2
    mg
    1
    %
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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    Comments

    1. Charlotte

      June 26, 2022 at 3:40 am

      Thanks for sharing 👍 will be trying this one

      Charlotte

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      • Anna

        June 26, 2022 at 6:27 am

        Hope you'll like it!

        Reply
    2. Sofia

      July 02, 2022 at 7:46 am

      5 stars
      It’s really delicious and the texture is so smooth.

      Reply
      • Anna

        July 02, 2022 at 7:56 am

        Glad you like it!

        Reply
    3. Sahar

      September 21, 2022 at 7:49 am

      It seems so delicious , however it should be tasted .😋

      Reply
    4. Rose

      December 03, 2022 at 5:22 pm

      Hello,

      Your pie and ice cream looks so delicious that I want to try make it for my Christmas Dinner. I want to ask you if its possible to make the ice cream with fat free whipping cream? I cannot consume a lot of fat. Please reply!

      Thanks for sharing your recipes!

      Reply
      • Anna

        December 03, 2022 at 7:08 pm

        Hi Rose, and thank you for your comment! Unfortunately, I have never used fat-free whipping cream, so I don't know how it will affect the texture of the ice cream and how well it will solidify in the freezer. The only way to know is to try to make a small batch.

        Reply
    5. Verniece Smith

      January 19, 2023 at 9:52 pm

      Making this in my ice cream maker today! I'm super excited about it!

      Reply
      • Anna

        January 23, 2023 at 4:29 pm

        I hope you'll like it!

        Reply

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