Imagine creating a luxurious, restaurant-quality dessert without an ice cream machine, complicated techniques, or hours of preparation. This No Churn Vanilla Cream Cheese Ice Cream is your ticket to instant dessert heaven - a silky, rich treat that will make you look like a professional pastry chef with minimal effort. Perfect for summer gatherings, family desserts, or that midnight sweet craving, this recipe transforms just five simple ingredients into a decadent frozen delight that will have everyone begging for seconds!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: -
Total Time: 15 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 6 servings
Ingredients
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Ensure all ingredients are at cool room temperature before beginning preparation.
- In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form, approximately 3-4 minutes. The cream should hold its shape and look glossy when the beaters are lifted.
- In a separate bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, sweetened condensed milk, vanilla extract, and powdered sugar. Beat these ingredients until completely smooth and well integrated, with no visible lumps.
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture using a spatula. Use a careful folding technique to maintain the air and volume of the whipped cream, which will help create a light, fluffy texture.
- Transfer the mixture into a freezer-safe container, preferably a loaf pan or rectangular dish. Use a spatula to spread the mixture evenly and smooth the top.
- Cover the container tightly with plastic wrap or a lid, ensuring no air can enter to prevent ice crystals from forming.
- Place the container in the freezer and allow the ice cream to set for at least 6 hours, preferably overnight, until it reaches a firm, scoopable consistency.
- Before serving, let the ice cream sit at room temperature for 5-10 minutes to soften slightly for easier scooping.
Tips
- Temperature Matters: Ensure all ingredients are at cool room temperature to help them blend smoothly and incorporate air effectively.
- Whip Cream Technique: When beating heavy cream, use chilled beaters and a cold bowl to help achieve stiff, stable peaks faster.
- Gentle Folding: When combining whipped cream and cream cheese mixture, use a gentle folding motion to preserve the air bubbles that create a light, creamy texture.
- Prevent Ice Crystals: Wrap your container tightly with plastic wrap or use an airtight container to prevent ice crystal formation during freezing.
- Serving Tip: Always let the ice cream sit at room temperature for 5-10 minutes before serving to achieve the perfect scoopable consistency.
- Storage Hack: For best results, store the ice cream in a shallow, wide container which helps it freeze more evenly and makes scooping easier.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 405kcal
Carbohydrates: 40g
Protein: 7g
Fat: 26g
Saturated Fat: 17g
Cholesterol: 110mg
