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Ice Cream

Ice Cream

Nothing beats homemade ice cream! It's easier to make than you may think (especially if you have an ice cream maker - but you can make it without one). Don't forget about ice cream's cousins: sorbet, granita, and sherbet! Already have the ice cream and looking for a dessert? Try ice cream sandwiches, sundaes and even fried ice cream.



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recipe for sugar free chocolate ice cream

Sugar Free Chocolate Ice Cream

Lower fat and sugar free, yet still creamy and chocolately. A perfect way to indulge and satisfy that sweet tooth, without the guilt.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for double coconut ice cream

Double Coconut Ice Cream

Made with desiccated coconut, milk, coconut milk, egg yolks, sugar, cream

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for quick snow cones

Quick Snow Cones

A quick and easy way to make snow cones is with this recipe by turning powdered drink mix (like Kool-aid) into a sweet syrup.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for cocoa mocha rum sorbet

Cocoa Mocha Rum Sorbet

This recipe combines the rich flavors of chocolate and coffee with sweet boozy rum. This sorbet is sure to please any chocoholic or coffee-lover!

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for old fashioned snow ice cream

Old Fashioned Snow Ice Cream

If you're looking for a fun dessert that captures the essence of winter, this snow ice cream is the perfect choice. With just a few ingredients, including clean snow, it's...


Time:   under 30 minutes

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recipe for ginger ice cream

Ginger Ice Cream

Little bits of crystallized ginger are mixed into a creamy vanilla-flavored homemade ice cream.


Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for spiced banana ice cream

Spiced Banana Ice Cream

Made with banana, vanilla bean, white pepper, heavy cream, whole milk, brown sugar, cinnamon stick, star anise, nutmeg, cardamom

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for candy cane ice cream

Candy Cane Ice Cream

A quick and easy Christmas dessert. Just mix softened vanilla ice cream, peppermint extract, and crushed candy canes together and refreeze.

Method:   microwave
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for grapefruit tequila sorbet

Grapefruit Tequila Sorbet

Made with sugar, pink grapefruit juice, tequila


Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for berry burst sorbet

Berry Burst Sorbet

A blend of blueberries, blackberries, and raspberries make up this creamy sorbet recipe.


Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for fig ice cream

Fig Ice Cream

Made with vanilla extract, milk, egg yolks, heavy cream, figs, lemon juice, sugar

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for blueberry cheesecake ice cream

Blueberry Cheesecake Ice Cream

Cream cheese in this ice cream gives it a rich cheesecake-like flavor and creamy texture.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for caramel-vanilla ice cream

Caramel-Vanilla Ice Cream

Caramel-vanilla ice cream is a delicious and unique flavor combination. The sweet and rich taste of caramel pairs perfectly with the smooth and creamy taste of vanilla.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for sherbet balls

Sherbet Balls

Made with lemon sherbet, lime sherbet


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for putney inn's pinto bean ice cream with navy and black bean biscotti

Putney Inn's Pinto Bean Ice Cream With Navy And Black Bean Biscotti

Made with half and half, egg yolks, all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, dried cherries, cranberry juice, butter, sugar

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for homemade cream cheese ice cream

Homemade Cream Cheese Ice Cream

Made with rock salt, cream cheese, sweetened condensed milk, whole milk, half and half, lemon juice, vanilla extract


Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for milky way ice cream

Milky Way Ice Cream

Made with half and half, Milky Way candy bars, milk, eggs, sugar, vanilla extract, evaporated milk

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for indian kulfi (ice cream with nuts)

Indian Kulfi (Ice Cream With Nuts)

Made with pistachios, whole milk, cardamom pods, sugar, almonds

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for rice pudding ice cream

Rice Pudding Ice Cream

Made with ground cinnamon, rice, sugar, raisins, salt, milk, eggs, heavy cream, vanilla extract

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for copycat dairy queen ice cream (pudding mix version)

Copycat Dairy Queen Ice Cream (Pudding Mix Version)

Made with milk, vanilla extract, sugar, eggs, vanilla instant pudding mix, Cool Whip


Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for el chico fried ice cream

El Chico Fried Ice Cream

Made with oil, maraschino cherries, vanilla ice cream, corn flake crumbs, sugar, cinnamon, honey or chocolate syrup, whipped cream

Method:   deep fryer
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for big red ice cream

Big Red Ice Cream

Made with sweetened condensed milk, bananas, crushed pineapple, Big Red Soda Pop, frozen strawberries


Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for ben and jerry's oreo mint ice cream

Ben and Jerry's Oreo Mint Ice Cream

Made with peppermint extract, milk, Oreo cookies, eggs, sugar, heavy or whipping cream


Time:   over 2 hours


recipe for scuppernong ice cream

Scuppernong Ice Cream

Made with scuppernongs, sweetened condensed milk, half and half

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for grape sherbet

Grape Sherbet

Made with whole milk, lemons, grape juice, sugar, heavy cream, sweetened condensed milk


Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for ben and jerry's new york super fudge chunk

Ben and Jerry's New York Super Fudge Chunk

Made with heavy or whipping cream, sugar, white chocolate, semisweet chocolate, pecan, walnuts, chocolate covered almonds, unsweetened chocolate, milk, eggs

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for thomas jefferson's vanilla ice cream

Thomas Jefferson's Vanilla Ice Cream

Made with cream, egg yolks, sugar, vanilla bean

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for coffee tortoni

Coffee Tortoni

Made with maraschino cherries, flaked coconut, heavy cream, instant coffee, vanilla extract, almond extract, egg white, sugar, almonds


Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for chocolate macadamia nut ice cream

Chocolate Macadamia Nut Ice Cream

Made with Macadamia nuts, egg yolks, sugar, cream, milk, semisweet chocolate, whipping cream, salt, vanilla extract

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for indiana persimmon ice cream

Indiana Persimmon Ice Cream

Made with milk, lemon juice, persimmons, sugar, flour, eggs, salt, heavy cream


Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for french fried ice cream with cinnamon-fudge sauce

French Fried Ice Cream With Cinnamon-Fudge Sauce

Made with graham cracker crumbs, eggs, unsweetened chocolate, butter or margarine, water, sugar, ground cinnamon, corn syrup, vanilla extract

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for cherry cordial ice cream

Cherry Cordial Ice Cream

Have a sweet tooth? Cherry cordial ice cream is a delicious and decadent dessert that combines the sweetness of cherries with the richness of chocolate.


Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for jalapeno ice cream

Jalapeno Ice Cream

Made with vanilla ice cream, lime juice, jalapenos, limes

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for roasted garlic ice cream

Roasted Garlic Ice Cream

Made with egg yolks, sugar, garlic, butter, half-and-half cream

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for sriracha ice cream

Sriracha Ice Cream

Made with heavy whipping cream, vanilla extract, sriracha, sugar, whole milk, egg yolks

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for azuki ice cream (japanese red beans ice cream)

Azuki Ice Cream (Japanese Red Beans Ice Cream)

Made with vanilla extract, azuki beans, lemon juice, water, milk, cream, egg yolks, sugar

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for tomato ice cream

Tomato Ice Cream

Made with tomato, unflavored gelatin, lemon juice, milk, honey, unsweetened evaporated milk


Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for cucumber ice cream

Cucumber Ice Cream

Made with salt, cucumber, heavy cream, sugar


Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for grand marnier ice cream

Grand Marnier Ice Cream

Made with vanilla extract, unflavored gelatin, Grand Marnier, milk, dry milk, sugar, orange zest, eggs, egg substitute

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for watermelon-tequila sorbet

Watermelon-Tequila Sorbet

Made with sugar, watermelon juice, lime juice, tequila


Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for frozen watermelon mousse

Frozen Watermelon Mousse

Made with whipping cream, lemon juice, watermelon, unflavored gelatin, sugar

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for creamy lemon sherbet

Creamy Lemon Sherbet

Made with yellow food coloring, sugar, whipping cream, lemon juice


Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for lime sherbet

Lime Sherbet

Made with light cream, milk, green food coloring, frozen limeade concentrate, salt, sugar, water, lime jello


Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for cinnamon toast crunch fried ice cream

Cinnamon Toast Crunch Fried Ice Cream

Made with vanilla ice cream, Cinnamon Toast Crunch cereal

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for pecan ball with fudge sauce

Pecan Ball With Fudge Sauce

Made with pecan halves, vanilla extract, creme de cacao, vanilla ice cream, pecans, semisweet chocolate chips, butter, whipping cream, corn syrup

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for citrus, ginger and green tea sorbet

Citrus, Ginger And Green Tea Sorbet

Made with fresh mint, honey, fresh ginger, green tea, orange juice, lemon juice, water

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for mantecado de coco

Mantecado De Coco

Made with coconut milk, egg yolks, sugar, salt, milk

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for easy blackberry sherbet

Easy Blackberry Sherbet

Made with fresh mint, fresh blackberries, sugar, buttermilk


Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for dairy-free peppermint ice cream

Dairy-Free Peppermint Ice Cream

Made with candy canes, margarine or canola oil, sugar, unflavored gelatin, dairy alternative, peppermint extract, chocolate chips

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for ginger fig ice cream

Ginger Fig Ice Cream

Made with heavy cream, milk, vanilla bean, vanilla extract, egg yolks, sugar, salt, black mission figs, orange zest

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours





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