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The Creamiest Homemade Strawberry Ice Cream (No Churn)

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You can make rich, creamy homemade strawberry ice cream without an ice cream maker. This easy recipe uses fresh strawberries to deliver authentic, sweet berry flavor perfect for summer.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups heavy whipping cream, cold
  • 1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk, cold
  • 1 pound fresh strawberries, hulled and chopped
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • Optional: 1-2 drops red food coloring for brighter color

Instructions

  1. Prepare the strawberries: Place the chopped fresh strawberries in a small saucepan with the lemon juice. Cook over medium heat for about 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the strawberries soften slightly and release their juices. Remove from heat and let the mixture cool completely. You can mash the berries slightly with a fork for a more uniform texture, or leave them chunky.
  2. Whip the cream: In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to beat the cold heavy whipping cream until stiff peaks form. This takes about 3 to 5 minutes. Do not overbeat.
  3. Combine base: In a separate bowl, whisk together the cold sweetened condensed milk and vanilla extract until smooth. If you want a brighter pink color, mix in the optional food coloring now.
  4. Fold together: Gently fold about one-third of the whipped cream into the condensed milk mixture to lighten it. Then, gently fold in the remaining whipped cream until just combined. Be careful not to deflate the air from the cream.
  5. Add strawberries: Fold in the cooled strawberry mixture until it is evenly distributed throughout the ice cream base.
  6. Freeze: Pour the mixture into a freezer-safe loaf pan or airtight container. Cover the surface directly with plastic wrap to prevent ice crystals, then cover the container tightly with a lid or foil.
  7. Set: Freeze for at least 6 hours, or preferably overnight, until firm. This no churn strawberry ice cream is ready when it scoops easily.

Notes

  • For the best flavor, use ripe, in-season fresh strawberries.
  • If you prefer a smoother texture, you can blend the cooled strawberry mixture until smooth before folding it into the base.
  • This recipe is naturally vegetarian.
  • For a richer flavor, consider using a high-quality vanilla extract.

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