Description
This No-Churn Cotton Candy Ice Cream is a whimsical and easy-to-make treat perfect for cotton candy lovers. It requires no ice cream maker and combines fluffy whipped cream with sweetened condensed milk and cotton candy flavoring to create a creamy, fun, and colorful dessert that can be whipped up quickly and frozen overnight. Optional food coloring adds a playful pink and blue swirl, ideal for kids’ parties and summer gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
Ice Cream Base
- 2 cups very cold heavy whipping cream
- 1 14-ounce can sweetened condensed milk (cold)
- 2 teaspoons cotton candy flavoring
Optional
- Food coloring in pink and blue
- Sprinkles or jimmies for topping
Instructions
- Chill Equipment and Ingredients: Place your loaf pan, large mixing bowl, and whisk or mixer attachments in the freezer for about 30 minutes to chill. Ensure the whipping cream and condensed milk are also very cold to help achieve the best texture.
- Whip the Cream: In the chilled large bowl or stand mixer bowl, beat the very cold heavy whipping cream using a whisk or mixer until stiff peaks form, which takes approximately 4 minutes. This creates the fluffy base of the ice cream.
- Mix Flavoring: In a separate medium bowl, stir together the cold sweetened condensed milk and the 2 teaspoons of cotton candy flavoring until the mixture is smooth and fully combined.
- Fold Mixtures Together: Gradually add the cotton candy flavored condensed milk mixture to the whipped cream. Gently fold the mixtures together carefully to maintain the airy texture of the whipped cream without deflating it.
- Divide and Color: Separate the mixed ice cream base evenly into two bowls (about 3 cups each). Add pink food coloring to one bowl and blue food coloring to the other, stirring gently to incorporate colors evenly.
- Layer Ice Cream Mixture: Remove the chilled loaf pan from the freezer and spoon the colored ice cream mixtures alternately into the pan to create a marbled effect. You can drop spoonfuls of each color to build a fun swirl design.
- Add Toppings: Optionally sprinkle your favorite fun sprinkles or jimmies on top to enhance the festive look and add texture.
- Freeze: Cover the pan and freeze the ice cream overnight for at least 8 hours or until firm enough to scoop and serve.
Notes
- Make sure all ingredients and equipment are very cold to achieve the best whipped cream texture.
- Gently folding the whipped cream and condensed milk mixture is crucial to keep the ice cream light and fluffy.
- Use a loaf pan or a similar container with a lid or covered with plastic wrap for freezing.
- This recipe requires no ice cream maker, making it simple and accessible.
- Allow the ice cream to sit out 5-10 minutes before scooping for easier serving.
- Feel free to customize the flavoring or colors for different variations.
