Creamy No-Churn Vanilla Soft Serve Ice Cream

 

Enjoy a smooth, velvety swirl of classic vanilla soft serve—no ice cream maker necessary! With just four simple ingredients, this effortless recipe is perfect for hot summer days, casual get-togethers, or satisfying that sweet tooth with a nostalgic twist. It’s creamy, customizable, and sure to become a freezer staple.

 

Ingredients

 

2 cups cold heavy whipping cream

 

1 (14-ounce) can sweetened condensed milk

 

1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

 

½ cup whole milk

 

 

Instructions

 

Whip the Cream

 

Chill your mixing bowl and beaters for best results. Pour the cold whipping cream into the bowl and beat on high speed until stiff peaks form—about 3 to 4 minutes.

 

Mix the Base

In another bowl, stir together the sweetened condensed milk, vanilla extract, and whole milk until fully combined and smooth.

 

Fold Together

 

Gently fold the vanilla mixture into the whipped cream using a rubber spatula. Be careful to maintain the whipped texture—avoid overmixing.

 

Freeze

 

Spoon the mixture into a loaf pan or a piping bag. Cover tightly with plastic wrap, pressing it directly against the surface to minimize ice crystals.

 

Set and Serve

 

Freeze for at least 6 hours or overnight. Before serving, let the ice cream sit at room temperature for about 5 minutes to soften. Scoop into bowls or pipe into cones for that authentic soft-serve experience.

 

Tips for Best Results

 

Chill your equipment before whipping the cream to ensure maximum fluff.

 

Opt for a quality vanilla extract for deep, traditional flavor.

 

For a soft-serve look, allow the mixture to slightly soften, then pipe it into your cones.

 

Store in an airtight container or piping bag in the freezer for up to 2 weeks.