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Hand holding a dark chocolate cone filled with creamy vanilla ice cream topped with chocolate shavings

5‑Ingredient Vanilla Ice Cream

A creamy, rich homemade vanilla ice cream with just five ingredients—perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth without fuss.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Freezing Time 7 hours
Total Time 8 hours
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 4 cups
Calories 300 kcal

Equipment

  • Mixer (hand or stand)
  • Freezer-safe container

Ingredients
  

Base

  • 2 cups heavy whipping cream cold
  • 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk

Flavoring

  • 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • Pinch salt

Optional Mix‑Ins

  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips or berries optional, chopped if berries

Instructions
 

  • In a large bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
  • Gently fold in the sweetened condensed milk, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until fully combined.
  • Fold in any optional mix‑ins if using, like chocolate chips or berries.
  • Transfer the mixture to a freezer‑safe container, cover, and freeze for at least 7 hours or overnight for best texture.
  • Let sit at room temperature for 5 minutes before scooping and serving.

Notes

For flavor variations, stir in fruit purée, cookie crumbs, or nut butter before freezing. Be gentle folding to keep it fluffy!
Keyword Easy, No-churn