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Ice cream is most definitely the dessert I reach for when my sweet tooth strikes in the summer. That means I have lingered in the freezer aisle at the grocery store more often than I care to admit. Once I started making ice cream at home, however, my affection for the creamy frozen treat only grew.
Ice cream is not only easy to make in your own kitchen, but it’s also a whole lot of fun. Whether you have an ice cream maker, are in need of a recipe for no-churn ice cream, ice cream without eggs, or vegan ice cream, we have a recipe for you. Here are 20 ice cream recipes to get you started.
The Secrets to Making Ice Cream at Home
Classic and Newfangled Ice Cream Recipes
Before diving into the world of mix-ins like chocolate chips, nuts, and caramel swirls, it’s best to get the basics down. These recipes for classic vanilla, chocolate, and coffee ice cream are anything but boring and are sure to turn you into a homemade ice cream convert in no time. Then, once you’ve mastered the basics, have fun experimenting.
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Vanilla Ice CreamHere's a step-by-step guide to making basic vanilla ice cream. It makes an ice cream perfect for birthday cake or a simple sundae.
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Avocado Ice Cream Combine avocado with some milk and cream, a squeeze of lemon, and a touch of sugar for an ice cream that tastes like a totally heightened version of avocado.
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Coffee Ice Cream You can strain the coffee out of the half-and-half before making the ice cream base, but we found the ice cream more robustly flavored if the grounds stay in until the ice cream base is thickened.
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Horchata Ice CreamHorchata ice cream is just as cool and refreshing as the drink it's inspired by. Here, we're giving you one base recipe and three flavor variations: Horchata de Coco, Dulce de Leche Swirl, and Dirty Horchata.
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No-Churn Ice CreamThis ice cream is made with only two ingredients, requires no stovetop cooking, and can be made with just a hand mixer. No ice cream machine needed.
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Ice Cream Without EggsInstead of the traditional egg custard base, this recipe uses cornstarch and a few tablespoons of cream cheese to thicken the base. It’s not enough that you taste the cream cheese, but just enough to give the ice cream a creamy, silky mouthfeel.
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If you don’t eat dairy, ice cream made with vegan-friendly ingredients like coconut milk, almond milk, and cashew butter are great options. Not only do they mimic the consistency of dairy, but they also add awesome flavor.
