Whip up creamy delights with no churn ice cream recipes! These are perfect for sweet tooths seeking easy, homemade frozen treats.
Did you know that making ice cream at home is incredibly easy and requires just a few simple ingredients? Plus, you have complete control over the flavors and mix-ins, so you can customize your ice cream to suit whatever craving you might be having.
Now, you may be thinking “But I don’t have an ice cream machine.” No problem! Let me introduce you to the amazing world of no churn ice cream recipes.
What exactly does “no-churn” mean?
Unlike traditional homemade ice cream recipes that require an ice cream maker, no-churn ice cream recipes are made without any special equipment. Although a hand mixer is helpful, all you really need is a whisk and a strong arm to whip up your favorite frozen treats!
What ingredients do you need to make no churn ice cream?
To make a basic no-churn ice cream recipe, all you need are three key ingredients: heavy cream, sweetened condensed milk, and vanilla extract.
That’s it! Just whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form, fold in the sweetened condensed milk and vanilla extract, and voila! You’ve got yourself a creamy, dreamy batch of homemade ice cream.
Once you’ve mastered the basics, the possible flavors are endless! Experiment with different add-ins, and toppings to create your own signature creations. Trust me, you’ll never get bored with no-churn ice cream.
So what are you waiting for? Scroll down to get the scoop on my favorite 30+ flavors of no-churn ice cream …
No Churn Ice Cream Recipes
Get 31 ice cream flavors you can easily make at home with these no-churn recipes. I'll start with two classics, then get to all of the deliciously fun combinations!
Classic Chocolate
Enjoy your own homemade chocolate ice cream and become everyone's favorite dessert chef. This is a perfect summer treat!
Classic Vanilla
This easy-to-make recipe will give you some creamy vanilla deliciousness with just three basic ingredients!
Butterfinger
Jodi's family loves this homemade Butterfinger ice cream so much, and I can see why! It's a yummy vanilla ice cream with pieces of Butterfinger candy mixed in.
Birthday Cake
Making condensed milk ice cream (without an ice cream maker) couldn't be easier! This takes 10 minutes and a few ingredients.
Elvis Inspired
This fancy flavor is inspired by the favorite sandwich of Elvis Presley. It's filled with delicious mashed bananas, peanut butter, and chocolate chunks and is definitely a treat fit for a king. This version doesn't have bacon, but you could always add it in.
Peach Cobbler
If you are a fan of peach ice cream, you are going to love this recipe! It is two summer favorites in one.
Peppermint Snap
This peppermint ice cream is sweet, minty, and will remind you of Christmas time!! It’s festive, easy to make, and has a great texture; silky and smooth with a little bit of crunch from the candy canes.
Honeycomb Crunch
This honeycomb ice cream recipe is creamy, smooth, and indulgent. It’s made with just four ingredients, including a Crunchie bar. Never heard of a Cadbury Crunchie bar? You can pick them up in the UK or get them on Amazon.
Honey Lavender
Enjoy your own homemade honey lavender ice cream with this recipe. You'll love the unique flavors of this frozen treat.
Chocolate Oreo
Indulge in decadent chocolate ice cream with Oreo! You're going to love the mixture of creamy chocolate with crunchy Oreo cookies.
Circus Animal
With its lovely swirls of pink & white, loads of sprinkles, and pieces of frosted circus animal cookies, this ice cream recipe is a fun treat for all. Oh, and don't worry, no animals were harmed in the making of this ice cream!
Vegan Pumpkin
Dairy-free pumpkin ice cream with only six ingredients? Yes, and it doesn't need to be churned either!
Blueberry Burst
Get an easy, step-by-step recipe to make creamy and refreshing blueberry ice cream, perfect for cooling down on a hot day or adding a fruity twist to your dessert spread.
Cookie Dough
A yummy, creamy dessert that has real chunks of cookie dough and a simple ice cream base. Enjoy the classic flavor whenever you like!
Chocolate Cherry
Enjoy cherry and chocolate ice cream anytime you want with this super simple recipe. Whip it up the day before with just a handful of ingredients!
Old Fashioned Boozy
I bet when you think of old fashioned ice cream you aren't envisioning this yummy adult treat. This recipe features all of the flavors of an old fashioned cocktail—including the rye whiskey!
Mermaid Swirl
With swirls of blue, green, and purple, this mermaid ice cream is a striking treat to enjoy! It is perfect for an under the sea or mermaid themed party.
Salted Caramel Turtle Fudge
Swap out the sweetened condensed milk used in other no-churn recipes for dulce de leche and you will already have an amazing ice cream flavor. Add in chunks of turtle candy and a fudge swirl and you have an ice cream you'll want to make over and over!
Butter Pecan
This classic flavor is made using an easy eggless vanilla ice cream base filled with homemade crunchy candied pecans. Yum!
Rich Cornbread
Looking to try an ice cream flavor you've probably never had before? This is the one you need to try first! It has a buttery rich flavor with pieces of real cornbread mixed in.
Creamy Coconut
This delicious coconut cream ice cream recipe has only three ingredients. It's so easy and rich!
Apricot Preserves
You'll be making tons of different flavors using this no churn ice cream recipe. This apricot version uses apricot preserves, but you can substitute with any store-bought or homemade jam flavor you like!
Rocky Road
Delicious chocolate ice cream loaded with marshmallows, roasted almonds, and chocolate chips. Oh, and don't for get to swirl in some chocolate sauce!
Chocolate Caramel
Enjoy chocolate ice cream with caramel anytime you want with this super simple recipe. Whip it up the day before with just a handful of ingredients!
Strawberry Shortcake
The mix of juicy fresh strawberries and buttery pound cake in this ice cream is perfect! Bonus? It is super easy to make if you use a store-bought pound cake.
Nutty Buddy
The classic combination of peanut butter and chocolate come together in this ice cream. Enjoy it as is, or make it even more amazing by adding in chunks of Little Debbie Nutty Buddy cookie bars!
Goat Cheese Rosemary Honey
Inspired by an ice cream flavor she saw at a New York City ice cream shop, Randi created this unique ice cream flavor featuring goat cheese and fresh rosemary sweetened with honey.
Chocolate Chip (+ Mint Variation)
You get two ice cream recipes with this post! An incredible no-churn chocolate chip ice cream with a mint chocolate chip variation.
Gluten-Free Chocolate Brownie Dough
Forget cookie dough, you need to try brownie dough ice cream instead! This recipe features chocolate ice cream with gluten-free edible brownie dough mixed in.
Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana
You have to try this clean eating recipe for chocolate peanut butter banana ice cream (aka 'nice cream')! You can satisfy your sweet tooth with a healthy dessert and feel good about it.
Pina Colada
This vegan, dairy free pina colada ice cream is creamy and refreshing! Find out how to turn a favorite tropical drink into a yummy frozen treat. Plus, you can make it an adult dessert by adding in a shot of rum!
Which of these no churn ice cream recipes do you want to try first? Let me know in the comments below and then check out these other great homemade desserts: