Naturally Delicious: Make Your Own Strawberry Ice Cream at Home
Why settle for store-bought when you can whip up this easy homemade strawberry ice cream with just 3 wholesome ingredients? No preservatives, no added coloring—just creamy, fruity flavor that bursts with every bite. It's the perfect healthy summer dessert for kids and adults alike!
Why You'll Love This Recipe
- No-churn – No ice cream maker needed!
- Fresh, natural flavor – Made with real strawberries and no artificial ingredients.
- Beginner-friendly – A simple, fun recipe the whole family can enjoy.
- High-reward, low-effort – Only 3 ingredients and 10 minutes of prep time.
- Perfect for clean eating – Naturally sweetened with condensed milk and fruit.
Ingredients
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2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
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1 cup heavy cream (cold)
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1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
Instructions
1. Blend the Strawberries
In a blender or food processor, purée the fresh strawberries until smooth. You can leave a few small chunks for texture if you prefer.
2. Mix the Base
In a large mixing bowl, combine the sweetened condensed milk with the strawberry purée. Stir well until evenly mixed.
3. Whip the Cream
In another bowl, whip the cold heavy cream using a hand mixer or stand mixer until it forms stiff peaks.
4. Combine
Gently fold the whipped cream into the strawberry mixture. Use a spatula and fold carefully to maintain the airy texture.
5. Freeze
Transfer the mixture into a freezer-safe container. Cover with plastic wrap or a lid to prevent freezer burn.
6. Chill
Freeze for at least 6 hours or overnight for best results. The texture will be smooth, scoopable, and oh-so-creamy!
Equipment Needed
- Blender or food processor
- Mixing bowl
- Hand or stand mixer
- Spatula
- Freezer-safe container
- Plastic wrap or airtight lid
Prep & Chill Time
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Freeze Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: About 1.5 quarts
- Servings: 6–8
Serving Suggestions
- Top with fresh sliced strawberries or mint
- Add chocolate chips for a strawberry-choco-chip twist
- Serve in waffle cones or bowls
- Pair with strawberry shortcake or vanilla pound cake
Naturally Delicious Homemade Strawberry Ice Cream
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Blend strawberries in a blender until smooth.
- In a mixing bowl, stir the strawberry purée into the sweetened condensed milk.
- In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream to stiff peaks.
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the strawberry mixture.
- Transfer mixture into a freezer-safe container and smooth the top.
- Cover and freeze for 6+ hours or overnight before serving.