Description
A simple and fun homemade ice cream recipe using basic ingredients, perfect for a creamy and customizable summer dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup half and half
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 3 cups ice
- 1/3 cup kosher salt
- Toppings of your choice (e.g., chocolate chips, sprinkles, fruits)
Instructions
- Combine half and half, sugar, and vanilla extract in a small resealable plastic bag, mix well, and remove excess air. Seal tightly.
- Fill a large resealable plastic bag with ice and kosher salt. Place the small bag inside and seal the large bag tightly.
- Shake the bags vigorously for 7 to 10 minutes until the mixture inside thickens to ice cream consistency.
- Carefully remove the small bag, open it, and serve the ice cream with your favorite toppings.
Notes
- Ensure bags are tightly sealed to prevent leaks and watery mixture.
- Do not add too much salt; it only lowers freezing point.
- For creamier texture, substitute some half and half with heavy cream.
- Shake continuously for even consistency.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes (shaking time)
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-churn ice cream, shaking method
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: homemade ice cream, easy ice cream recipe, no-churn ice cream, DIY ice cream, creamy summer dessert