Simple Homemade Ice Cream Recipe
Homemade ice cream is one of the easiest desserts you can make with just a few simple ingredients. This creamy and smooth recipe requires no special skills and delivers rich flavor with a soft, refreshing texture. Perfect for summer days, family desserts, or experimenting with your favorite toppings and flavors.
💡 Tips for Best Results
- Use very cold cream for better texture
- Add fruit puree or cocoa powder for different flavors
- Store in an airtight container to prevent ice crystals
- Homemade ice cream tastes best within 1 week
This simple homemade ice cream recipe is creamy, refreshing, and incredibly easy to prepare without an ice cream machine. It’s a perfect dessert for warm weather and a fun recipe to customize with your favorite flavors and toppings.
Ingredients
- 500 ml heavy cream
- 400 ml sweetened condensed milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- Toppings (optional)
Instructions
- 1 Whip the cream
- Pour cold heavy cream into a large bowl
- Beat with a mixer until soft peaks form
- Do not overwhip
- 2
Add the remaining ingredients- Add condensed milk, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt
- Gently fold everything together until smooth and creamy
- 3
Transfer to a container- Pour the mixture into a freezer-safe container
- Smooth the top with a spoon or spatula
- 4
Freeze- Cover and freeze for at least 5–6 hours
- For best texture, leave overnight
- 5
Serve- Let the ice cream sit for 5 minutes before scooping
- Add berries, chocolate, nuts, or your favorite toppings
- 6