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Bag Ice Cream

A quick and easy homemade ice cream recipe that doesn't require an ice cream machine, perfect for summer fun with family and friends.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Ice enough to fill the gallon bag
  • 1/2 cup salt rock salt or table salt

Equipment

  • 1 quart-size resealable plastic bag
  • 1 gallon-size resealable plastic bag
  • Ice
  • Salt (rock salt or regular table salt)
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. In a medium bowl, combine the heavy cream, milk, sugar, and vanilla extract.
  2. Pour the mixture into the quart-size resealable plastic bag and seal it tightly.
  3. In the gallon-size resealable bag, fill it halfway with ice and add the salt.
  4. Insert the sealed quart-size bag into the gallon bag filled with ice and salt.
  5. Seal the gallon bag tightly and start shaking it vigorously for about 5-10 minutes.
  6. After shaking, check the quart bag for thickness and keep shaking if needed.
  7. Carefully remove the quart bag from the gallon bag and wipe it down before opening.
  8. Serve the ice cream immediately in bowls or cones, and add your favorite toppings.

Notes

Experiment with flavors and toppings to customize your ice cream.