Description
This No-Churn Cotton Candy Ice Cream recipe offers a fun and easy way to make creamy, colorful ice cream at home without an ice cream maker. Featuring fluffy whipped cream, sweetened condensed milk, and cotton candy flavoring, this delightful treat is perfect for parties or a whimsical dessert anytime.
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 garnish
Instructions
- Chill Equipment and Ingredients: Place your loaf pan, large bowl, and whisk in the freezer for about 30 minutes before starting, ensuring the whipping cream and condensed milk are very cold for optimal whipping.
- Whip Cream: Using a large bowl or stand mixer, beat the heavy whipping cream until stiff peaks form. This usually takes about 4 minutes and ensures a light, airy texture for the ice cream base.
- Mix Condensed Milk and Flavoring: In a medium bowl, stir together the sweetened condensed milk with the cotton candy flavoring until the mixture is smooth and evenly blended.
- Combine Mixtures: Gently fold the condensed milk mixture into the whipped cream gradually, maintaining the fluffy texture by folding carefully instead of stirring vigorously.
- Divide and Color: Split the combined ice cream mixture evenly into two separate bowls. Add pink food coloring to one bowl and blue to the other, mixing each until the color is well incorporated.
- Layer in Pan: Remove the chilled loaf pan from the freezer and spoon dollops of the colored mixtures alternately into the pan to create a fun swirl or layered effect.
- Add Toppings (Optional): Sprinkle the top with fun sprinkles or jimmies to add a festive touch and extra texture if desired.
- Freeze: Cover the pan and freeze the mixture overnight (at least 8 hours) until firm and scoopable.
Notes
- Make sure all dairy ingredients and equipment are very cold to achieve perfect whipping.
- Do not overmix when folding the condensed milk into whipped cream to keep the ice cream light and fluffy.
- Food coloring is optional but recommended for a classic cotton candy look.
- Use airtight container or plastic wrap over the pan when freezing to prevent ice crystals.
- The ice cream is best consumed within one week for optimal flavor and texture.
