This 3-Ingredient No-Churn Strawberry Ice Cream is smooth and creamy with a natural sweetness from fresh strawberries. It’s so easy to prepare and doesn’t require any special tools, making it a quick and fun dessert to enjoy anytime.
You’ll love this recipe because it’s quick, easy, and requires just a few ingredients. The fresh strawberry flavor shines through, and the creamy texture makes every bite delicious. Plus, it’s a no-churn recipe, so you don’t need any special equipment or a long wait to enjoy a tasty homemade treat!
For more no bake desserts try my 3 Ingredients Oreo ice cream, No Bake mango icebox cake(4 ingredients only) and No Bake Strawberry Cheesecake Cups.
Ingredients
Strawberries
- When making strawberry ice cream, using fresh, ripe, and sweet strawberries is ideal to achieve the best flavor and texture. However, fresh strawberries may not always be readily available or in season. In such cases, frozen strawberries can be a great alternative.
Whipping cream
- To ensure the best results, it's essential to use cold heavy cream straight from the refrigerator. Cold cream whips up more easily and holds its structure better, resulting in a light and airy ice cream base. If the cream is too warm, it may not whip properly and can lead to a dense or grainy texture. So, be sure to chill your heavy cream beforehand to achieve that perfect consistency.
- If you prefer a lighter version of strawberry ice cream, there are alternatives to heavy cream that you can explore. One option is using whipped coconut cream, which provides a similar creamy texture but with a hint of coconut flavor. To make whipped coconut cream, refrigerate a can of full-fat coconut milk overnight, scoop out the solidified coconut cream, and whip it until fluffy.
- Another alternative is using Greek yogurt or plain yogurt. While it won't yield the same creamy richness as heavy cream, it adds a tangy and refreshing element to the ice cream. You can combine the yogurt with a smaller amount of heavy cream or even use it on its own for a lighter and tangier strawberry frozen yogurt. Remember, substituting heavy cream may alter the texture and flavor of the ice cream, so feel free to experiment and adjust the recipe according to your preferences.
Sweetened condensed milk
- Sweetened condensed milk is a key ingredient in creating a creamy and luscious base for no-churn ice cream. It serves as the foundation of the recipe, providing both sweetness and creaminess without the need for an ice cream maker or complicated churning processes.
Optional ingredient
Pink food color
How to make 3 ingredients strawberry ice cream
- Prep the strawberries:
- If using fresh strawberries, wash them gently under cool running water. Remove the green hulls. If using frozen strawberries, make sure they are thawed and slightly softened. Place the strawberries in a blender or food processor. Blend until smooth and pureed. Set aside.
2. Whip the cream:
- In a separate bowl, pour the cold heavy cream. Using an electric mixer or whisk, beat the cream until stiff peaks form. Be careful not to over beat.
3. Combine the ingredients:
- Add the sweetened condensed milk to the whipped cream and beat just to combine.
- Add strawberry puree, some chopped strawberries(optional) and one drop of pink food color ( optional). blend until combined.
4. freezing the ice cream:
- Pour the ice cream mixture into a shallow container or loaf pan. Smooth the top with a spatula. Cover the container with plastic wrap or a lid to prevent ice crystals from forming.
- Place the container in the freezer and let it freeze for at least 6 hours or overnight until firm.
5. Serve and enjoy:
- Once the ice cream is frozen, it's ready to be enjoyed! Scoop the strawberry ice cream into bowls or cones and serve. You can also add toppings like fresh sliced strawberries, chocolate sauce, or whipped cream for extra decadence.
Note: If the ice cream becomes too hard in the freezer, let it sit at room temperature for a few minutes to soften before serving.
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3 Ingredients strawberry ice cream
No eggs, no artificial ingredients this 3 ingredients homemade strawberry ice cream is rich and creamy with bursting strawberry flavor.
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Servings: 10 serving
Ingredients
- 12 oz (340g) strawberries, fresh or frozen
- 2 cups(480ml) heavy whipping cream
- 1 can(14 oz/396g) sweetened condensed milk
- 1 drop pink food color (optional)
- chopped strawberries
Instructions
- If using fresh strawberries, wash them gently under cool running water. Remove the green hulls and slice the strawberries into small pieces. If using frozen strawberries, make sure they are thawed and slightly softened.
- Place the sliced strawberries in a blender or food processor. Blend until smooth and pureed. Set aside.
- In a separate bowl, pour the cold heavy cream. Using an electric mixer or whisk, beat the cream until stiff peaks form. Be careful not to overbeat.
- Add the sweetened condensed milk to the whipped cream and beat just to combine.
- Add strawberry puree, some chopped strawberries(optional) and one drop of pink food color ( optional). blend until combined.
- Pour the ice cream mixture into a shallow container or loaf pan. Smooth the top with a spatula. Cover the container with plastic wrap or a lid to prevent ice crystals from forming.Place the container in the freezer and let it freeze for at least 6 hours or overnight until firm.
- Once the ice cream is frozen, it's ready to be enjoyed! Scoop the strawberry ice cream into bowls or cones and serve. You can also add toppings like fresh sliced strawberries, chocolate sauce, or whipped cream for extra decadence.
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Notes
Note: If the ice cream becomes too hard in the freezer, let it sit at room temperature for a few minutes to soften before serving.
