đ Homemade Strawberry Ice Cream (No-Churn, Creamy & Dreamy!)
This 5-ingredient, no-churn strawberry ice cream is bursting with fresh berry flavor and has a luxuriously creamy textureâno ice cream maker needed!
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled & chopped
- 1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk
- 2 cups heavy cream, cold
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp lemon juice (to brighten flavor)
Instructions
- Macerate Strawberries:
- Toss strawberries with 2 tbsp sugar (optional) and lemon juice. Let sit 15 mins, then mash with a fork or blend lightly for a chunky texture.
- Whip the Cream:
- In a chilled bowl, whip heavy cream and vanilla to stiff peaks.
- Fold Together:
- Gently mix condensed milk into whipped cream. Swirl in strawberries (reserve some for layering).
- Freeze:
- Pour into a loaf pan. Top with reserved berries.
- Cover with parchment and freeze 6+ hours (or overnight).
- Serve:
- Let sit 5 mins before scooping. Garnish with fresh strawberries!
đ Pro Tips
- Ripest berries = sweetest flavor (or swap 1 cup with strawberry jam for extra intensity).
- Creamier texture? Add 2 tbsp vodka (lowers freezing point).
- Dairy-free? Use coconut cream + coconut condensed milk.
This tastes like summer in a bowl! Perfect for cones, sundaes, or straight from the pan. đđ¨
Variation: Swirl in chopped white chocolate or balsamic reduction for a gourmet twist!