Ice Cream in a Ziplock Bag
Experience the magic of homemade frozen treats with this delightfully simple recipe for Ice Cream in a Ziplock Bag! In just 10 minutes, you can whip up creamy, customizable ice cream using pantry staples like heavy cream, whole milk, vanilla extract, and sugar—no special equipment required. By harnessing the science of a salt-and-ice mixture, this interactive recipe transforms an ordinary quart-sized Ziplock bag into your personal ice cream maker. Perfect for kids and adults alike, it’s a fun, hands-on way to indulge in a sweet, frosty treat. Serve your freshly churned ice cream as is, or elevate it with your favorite toppings for a truly personalized dessert experience. Great for summer days or any time you crave a DIY dessert adventure!
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Ingredients
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 1 cup Whole milk
- 0.25 cup Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.5 cup Salt
- 4 cups Ice cubes
- 1 piece Gallon-sized Ziplock bag
- 1 piece Quart-sized Ziplock bag
Directions
Step 1
In a quart-sized Ziplock bag, combine the heavy cream, whole milk, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract.
Step 2
Seal the quart-sized bag tightly, ensuring there is no air inside the bag.
Step 3
In the gallon-sized Ziplock bag, add the ice cubes and salt.
Step 4
Place the sealed quart-sized bag into the larger gallon-sized bag with the ice and salt mixture.
Step 5
Seal the gallon-sized bag tightly.
Step 6
Shake the bags vigorously for 5-8 minutes, ensuring the smaller bag is fully surrounded by the ice and salt. Wear gloves or wrap the bag in a towel to prevent your hands from getting too cold.
Step 7
After shaking, open the gallon-sized bag and remove the smaller bag carefully. Wipe off any salt from the outside of the smaller bag before opening it.
Step 8
Scoop out the freshly made ice cream and serve immediately. Optional: Add toppings like sprinkles, chocolate sauce, or fruits as desired.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 1742.2 grams (1742.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1151 |
| Total Fat 87.80g | 113% |
| Saturated Fat 52.50g | 263% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.30g | |
| Cholesterol 269mg | 90% |
| Sodium 56812mg | 2470% |
| Total Carbohydrate 61.80g | 22% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.00g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 62.30g | |
| Protein 8.00g | 16% |
| Vitamin D 107IU | 537% |
| Calcium 301mg | 23% |
| Iron 0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 375mg | 8% |
Source of Calories