No Churn Bubblegum Ice Cream (Print version)

Creamy homemade ice cream with nostalgic bubblegum flavor, made without an ice cream maker. Perfectly sweet and colorful.

# Ingredient List:

→ Ice Cream Base

01 - 2 cups cold heavy whipping cream
02 - 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
03 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
04 - 1/2 teaspoon bubblegum flavoring or to taste
05 - Pink or blue gel food coloring, optional

→ Mix-Ins

06 - 1/2 cup chopped bubblegum candies, plus extra for garnish if desired
07 - Sprinkles for decoration, optional

# How To Make It:

01 - Pour the cold heavy whipping cream into a large mixing bowl. Using an electric mixer, beat on high speed until stiff peaks form and the cream holds its shape when the beaters are lifted.
02 - In a separate bowl, combine the sweetened condensed milk, vanilla extract, bubblegum flavoring, and food coloring if using. Whisk thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and evenly colored.
03 - Add one-third of the whipped cream to the condensed milk mixture and fold gently to lighten. Gradually fold in the remaining whipped cream until no white streaks remain and the mixture is uniform.
04 - Gently fold the chopped bubblegum candies into the ice cream base, distributing them evenly throughout.
05 - Pour the mixture into a 9x5-inch loaf pan or freezer-safe container. Use a spatula to smooth the top surface evenly.
06 - Sprinkle additional bubblegum candies and sprinkles over the surface if desired for extra visual appeal.
07 - Cover the container tightly with plastic wrap or a lid. Place in the freezer and freeze for at least 6 hours, or overnight for best results, until the ice cream is completely firm.
08 - Remove from the freezer and let sit at room temperature for 3-5 minutes to soften slightly before scooping. Serve in bowls or cones.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • No ice cream machine needed just a bowl and some patience
  • The bubblegum flavor is surprisingly authentic and absolutely nostalgic
  • It comes together in minutes but tastes like a special occasion treat
02 -
  • Bubblegum flavoring can be quite potent so add it drop by drop and taste as you go
  • Letting the ice cream sit on the counter for five minutes before scooping makes all the difference
  • The candies become quite hard in the freezer so chopping them small is essential
03 -
  • Chill your loaf pan in the freezer for 20 minutes before pouring in the mixture for faster setting
  • If you cannot find bubblegum flavoring cotton candy extract makes a surprisingly good substitute

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