20 Amazing No-Churn Ice Cream Recipes You Make Even Without an Ice Cream Maker

Amber Brady
·5 min read

There's nothing better than enjoying a bowl-full of ice cream as you cool down from a day out in the summer sun, but have you ever dreamed up your own flavor idea and thought,"I wish there was an easy way to make my own ice cream"? Well, now you can enjoy any flavor of ice cream that you can dream of in your very own home! Wait there's more. You don't need an ice cream maker to pull off the task.

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No fancy equipment? No problem! Get inspired by these 20 Ice Creams You Can Make Without An Ice Cream Machine! Most no-churn ice creams start with a heavy cream and sweetened condensed milk base. That's it! And the rest... well, that's up to you! Chocolate, candy bars, fruit, or nuts... you name it, you can create it.

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The Best No-Churn Ice Cream Recipes

<p>Danielle Atkins/Styling by Teresa Blackburn/Lemon Paper by Farmood Press</p><p>No special equipment is needed to make cookbook author Dori Sanders' easy, refreshing lemon ice cream—topped with candied sesame seeds.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://parade.com/685152/parade/no-churn-fresh-lemon-ice-cream-with-candied-sesame-seeds/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:No-Churn Fresh Lemon Ice Cream With Candied Sesame Seeds;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">No-Churn Fresh Lemon Ice Cream With Candied Sesame Seeds</a></strong></p><p><strong>Related: <a href="https://www.i929fm.com/lifestyle/31-bursting-tart-flavor-lemon-155717658.html" data-ylk="slk:32 Best Lemon Dessert Recipes;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas;outcm:mb_qualified_link;_E:mb_qualified_link;ct:story;" class="link yahoo-link">32 Best Lemon Dessert Recipes</a></strong></p>
<p>Dash Recipes</p><p>Summer is the season for fresh berries and low-fuss recipes. This easy strawberry ice cream requires no heating or saucepan at all. Just a food processor and an electric mixer (or a whisk!) While strawberries are used, feel free to sub in 3 cups raspberries or blackberries, or go for a berry blend!</p><p><strong>Get the recipe:</strong><strong><a href="https://parade.com/30329/dash/strawberry-ice-cream/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Strawberry Ice Cream;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link "> Strawberry Ice Cream</a></strong></p><p><strong>Related: <a href="https://parade.com/1024844/kristamarshall/best-strawberry-recipes/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:80 Must-Try Recipes to Enjoy This Strawberry Season;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">80 Must-Try Recipes to Enjoy This Strawberry Season</a></strong></p>
<p>IMAGO / PicturePerfect / Nathan Hutsenpiller</p><p>This marshmallow-based ice cream, from the brilliant mind of Barbra Streisand, is in fact the creamiest ice cream ever and it packs a strong kick of espresso flavor.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: </strong><strong><a href="https://www.i929fm.com/lifestyle/barbara-streisands-easy-homemade-ice-203000273.html" data-ylk="slk:Barbra Streisand's “Instant” No-Churn Marshmallow Ice Cream;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas;outcm:mb_qualified_link;_E:mb_qualified_link;ct:story;" class="link yahoo-link">Barbra Streisand's “Instant” No-Churn Marshmallow Ice Cream</a></strong></p><p><strong>Related: <a href="https://parade.com/242981/smccook/how-to-cut-a-marshmallow-easily-without-making-a-sticky-mess/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:How to Cut a Marshmallow Without Making a Mess;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">How to Cut a Marshmallow Without Making a Mess</a></strong></p>
<p>Courtesy of Jessica Wrubel</p><p>Just try to curd your enthusiasm for this easy no-churn viral TikTok treat.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: </strong><strong><a href="https://www.i929fm.com/lifestyle/tried-cottage-cheese-ice-cream-193000487.html" data-ylk="slk:Cottage Cheese Ice Cream;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas;outcm:mb_qualified_link;_E:mb_qualified_link;ct:story;" class="link yahoo-link">Cottage Cheese Ice Cream</a></strong></p><p><strong>Related: <a href="https://www.i929fm.com/lifestyle/super-simple-viral-flatbread-fans-220000899.html" data-ylk="slk:Cottage Cheese Flatbread Recipe Review;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas;outcm:mb_qualified_link;_E:mb_qualified_link;ct:story;" class="link yahoo-link">Cottage Cheese Flatbread Recipe Review</a></strong></p>
<p>Nina Elder</p><p>It's called "Poorman's" ice cream for a reason. All you need is a can of evaporated milk, powdered sugar and some vanilla extract.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: </strong><strong><a href="https://www.i929fm.com/lifestyle/74-old-no-churn-ice-123000024.html" data-ylk="slk:The 74-Year-Old No-Churn Ice Cream Recipe That's Shockingly Simple;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas;outcm:mb_qualified_link;_E:mb_qualified_link;ct:story;" class="link yahoo-link">The 74-Year-Old No-Churn Ice Cream Recipe That's Shockingly Simple</a></strong></p>
<p>Like Mother Like Daughter</p><p>If you like zesty limes and buttery graham cracker crust, then this ice cream is for you.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://lmld.org/2015/04/18/no-churn-key-lime-pie-ice-cream/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:No Churn Key Lime Pie Ice Cream;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">No Churn Key Lime Pie Ice Cream</a></strong></p>
<p>Dessert Now Dinner Later</p><p>Peanut butter and chocolate lovers will want to indulge in this ice cream with a chocolate base, ribbons of peanut butter, and chunks of mini peanut butter cups throughout.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.dessertnowdinnerlater.com/2014/08/no-churn-chocolate-peanut-butter-cup-ice-cream/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:No Churn Chocolate Peanut Butter Cup Ice Cream;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">No Churn Chocolate Peanut Butter Cup Ice Cream</a></strong></p><p><strong>Related: <a href="https://parade.com/food/best-natural-peanut-butter" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Best Natural Peanut Butter Brands Ranked;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Best Natural Peanut Butter Brands Ranked</a></strong></p>
<p>Like Mother Like Daughter</p><p>This no-churn spin on classic mint chocolate chip ice cream is creamy, cool, and smooth and fresh with just the right amount of mint. </p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://lmld.org/2015/03/02/no-churn-mint-chocolate-chip-ice-cream/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:No Churn Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">No Churn Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream</a></strong></p>
<p>Dessert Now Dinner Later</p><p>This 2 ingredient coconut ice cream is ridiculously easy, completely addicting, and amazing in <a href="https://www.dessertnowdinnerlater.com/2015/02/dirty-coke-floats/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:dirty Coke floats;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">dirty Coke floats</a>!</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.dessertnowdinnerlater.com/2015/02/no-churn-coconut-ice-cream/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:No Churn Coconut Ice Cream;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">No Churn Coconut Ice Cream</a></strong></p>
<p>Like Mother Like Daughter</p><p>Make the edible cookie dough chunks as big as you want in this homemade sweet treat.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://lmld.org/2015/05/15/no-churn-chocolate-chip-cookie-dough-ice-cream/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:No Churn Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Ice Cream;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">No Churn Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Ice Cream</a></strong></p><p><strong>Related: <a href="https://parade.com/841329/jessicaformicola/edible-eggless-cookie-dough/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Edible Cookie Dough For One;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Edible Cookie Dough For One</a></strong></p>
<p>Pumpkin 'N Spice</p><p>It's fruity... It's chocolate-y... It's No Churn Strawberry Peanut Butter Swirl Ice Cream.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.pumpkinnspice.com/2015/06/22/strawberry-peanut-butter-swirl-ice-cream/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:No Churn Strawberry Peanut Butter Swirl Ice Cream;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">No Churn Strawberry Peanut Butter Swirl Ice Cream</a></strong></p>
<p>Miss In The Kitchen</p><p>Nothing screams summer more than fresh berries and cream. If that's your jam, try this No Churn Blackberries and Cream Ice Cream.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.missinthekitchen.com/blackberries-and-cream-ice-cream/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:No-Churn Blackberries and Cream Ice Cream;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">No-Churn Blackberries and Cream Ice Cream</a></strong></p><p><strong>Related: <a href="https://www.i929fm.com/lifestyle/berries-best-health-benefits-according-220000476.html" data-ylk="slk:Types of Berries: Different Names, Health Benefits;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas;outcm:mb_qualified_link;_E:mb_qualified_link;ct:story;" class="link yahoo-link">Types of Berries: Different Names, Health Benefits</a></strong></p>
<p>Birthdays will be even more fun with this sprinkle filled cake batter ice cream. </p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.dessertnowdinnerlater.com/2014/07/no-churn-cake-batter-ice-cream/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:No Churn Cake Batter Ice Cream;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">No Churn Cake Batter Ice Cream</a></strong></p><p><strong>Related: <a href="https://parade.com/848905/paulapmcjones/cake-batter-fun-10-creative-cake-batter-recipes/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Cake Batter Fun: 10 Creative Cake Batter Recipes;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Cake Batter Fun: 10 Creative Cake Batter Recipes</a></strong></p>
<p>Like Mother Like Daughter</p><p>There's pumpkin, spice, and everything nice in this pumpkin ice cream.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://lmld.org/2014/09/23/pumpkin-pie-ice-cream/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:No Churn Pumpkin Pie Ice Cream;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">No Churn Pumpkin Pie Ice Cream</a></strong></p><p><strong>Related: <a href="https://www.i929fm.com/lifestyle/81-perfect-pumpkin-desserts-instant-204012446.html" data-ylk="slk:81 Perfect Pumpkin Desserts That Scream Fall Vibes;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas;outcm:mb_qualified_link;_E:mb_qualified_link;ct:story;" class="link yahoo-link">81 Perfect Pumpkin Desserts That Scream Fall Vibes</a></strong></p>
<p>Combine summer's plump blueberries and chunks of real cheesecake in this BLUEBERRY CHEESECAKE ICE CREAM.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.hungrycouplenyc.com/2014/07/no-churn-blueberry-cheese-cake-ice.html" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:No Churn Blueberry Cheesecake Ice Cream;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">No Churn Blueberry Cheesecake Ice Cream</a></strong></p><p><strong>Related: <a href="https://parade.com/1041485/kristamarshall/best-blueberry-season-recipes/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:50 Blueberry Recipes To Devour During Summer;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">50 Blueberry Recipes To Devour During Summer</a></strong></p>
<p>The Recipe Rebel</p><p>Toasted coconut and bits of real pie crust are scattered throughout this tropical no-churn cold confection.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.thereciperebel.com/easy-no-churn-coconut-cream-pie-ice-cream/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:No Churn Coconut Cream Pie Ice Cream;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">No Churn Coconut Cream Pie Ice Cream</a></strong></p><p><strong>Related: <a href="https://www.i929fm.com/lifestyle/85-amazing-pie-recipes-youll-224703071.html" data-ylk="slk:85 Amazing Pie Recipes For Pi Day;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas;outcm:mb_qualified_link;_E:mb_qualified_link;ct:story;" class="link yahoo-link">85 Amazing Pie Recipes For Pi Day</a></strong></p>
<p>Load up the oreos in this Oreo fudge ice cream complete with swirls of hot fudge topping.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.dessertnowdinnerlater.com/2014/08/churn-oreo-fudge-ice-cream/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:No Churn Oreo Fudge Ice Cream;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">No Churn Oreo Fudge Ice Cream</a></strong></p><p><strong>Related: <a href="https://www.i929fm.com/lifestyle/bring-milk-were-ranking-oreo-193000041.html" data-ylk="slk:All OREO Flavors, Ranked Worst to Best (2024);elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas;outcm:mb_qualified_link;_E:mb_qualified_link;ct:story;" class="link yahoo-link">All OREO Flavors, Ranked Worst to Best (2024)</a></strong></p>
<p>Taste And Tell</p><p>If you love pumpkin all year round, then try this No Churn Pumpkin Toffee Ice Cream, warmed up with pumpkin spices and bits of toffee pieces throughout.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.tasteandtellblog.com/pumpkin-toffee-ice-cream/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:No Churn Pumpkin Toffee Ice Cream;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">No Churn Pumpkin Toffee Ice Cream</a></strong></p><p><strong>Related: <a href="https://www.i929fm.com/lifestyle/50-pumpkin-puree-recipes-perfect-130000100.html" data-ylk="slk:50 Best Pumpkin Puree Recipes;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas;outcm:mb_qualified_link;_E:mb_qualified_link;ct:story;" class="link yahoo-link">50 Best Pumpkin Puree Recipes</a></strong></p>
<p>This ice cream is for those who want a healthy ice cream, without sacrificing taste.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://wholeandheavenlyoven.com/2015/06/12/skinny-mocha-banana-crunch-ice-cream/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:No Churn Skinny Mocha Banana Crunch Ice Cream;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">No Churn Skinny Mocha Banana Crunch Ice Cream</a></strong></p>
<p>Tangy and creamy, this zesty buttermilk ice cream will leave you wanting seconds!</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.lemonsforlulu.com/homemade-ice-cream-lemon-buttermilk-ice-cream-giveaway/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:No Churn Lemon Buttermilk Ice Cream;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">No Churn Lemon Buttermilk Ice Cream</a></strong></p>

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