Cotton candy and ice cream are two things that make me think of summer–combined, they are a delicious and refreshing treat!
If your kids love cotton candy, they will be super excited to try cotton candy ice cream.
This no churn cotton candy ice cream is almost too pretty to eat!
No Churn Cotton Candy Ice Cream Ingredients
Out of ice cream, craving it, and don’t want to run to the store? No problem! It’s so easy to make your own homemade ice cream, with basic ingredients.
- 2 cups very cold heavy whipping cream
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk, cold
- 2 teaspoons cotton candy flavoring ** see notes
- Food coloring in pink and blue, optional
Cotton candy ice cream would be perfect for a circus themed party!
How to Make No Churn Cotton Candy Ice Cream
In no time at all, you can have a batch of homemade cotton candy ice cream, and you don’t need an ice cream machine or anything fancy to make it!
Place loaf pan or container in freezer at least 30 minutes before you begin.
Place bowl and whisk in freezer at least 30 minutes before you begin.
Be sure whipping cream and condensed milk are very cold.
In a large bowl or stand mixer bowl, beat whipping cream until stiff peaks form.
Be careful not to pour too much of the cotton candy flavoring in!
In a medium bowl, stir together the sweetened condensed milk and cotton candy
flavoring until smooth.
Gradually add milk mixture to whipping cream by GENTLY folding into whipped cream.
Divide mixture into 2 separate bowls (it will be about 3 cups each).
Use separate bowls for the red and blue coloring.
Color one bowl of mixture with pink and one with blue.
Cotton candy ice cream is the most colorful treat!
Remove container from freezer and drop ice cream mixture by spoonfuls into the
container.
Freeze overnight.
Serve with cotton candy on the side if you like.
If your kids are cotton candy fans, this cotton candy ice cream will be a hit!
Notes:
This homemade ice cream is very soft and melts quicker than store bought ice cream.
Cotton Candy Flavoring can be found in the baking section at most craft stores, or in the candy
making area.
You can also add sprinkles if you like.
The secret to making ice cream last as long as possible is storing it properly!
How Long Does Homemade Ice Cream Last in the Freezer?
Homemade ice cream doesn’t have all of the preservatives that store bought ice cream does. It is only meant to last for a month or so in the freezer. Make sure to use an air tight container to help prevent crystals from forming.
No Churn Cotton Candy Ice Cream
The only thing better than cotton candy and ice cream, is combining the two!
Ingredients
- 2 cups very cold heavy whipping cream
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk, cold
- 2 teaspoons cotton candy flavoring ** see notes
- Food coloring in pink and blue, optional
Instructions
1. Place loaf pan or container in freezer at least 30 minutes before you begin.
2. Place bowl and whisk in freezer at least 30 minutes before you begin.
3. Be sure whipping cream and condensed milk are very cold.
4. In a large bowl or stand mixer bowl, beat whipping cream until stiff peaks form.
5. In a medium bowl, stir together the sweetened condensed milk and cotton candy flavoring until smooth.
6. Gradually add milk mixture to whipping cream by GENTLY folding into whipped cream.
7. Divide mixture into 2 separate bowls (it will be about 3 cups each).
8. Color one bowl of mixture with pink and one with blue.
9. Remove container from freezer and drop ice cream mixture by spoonfuls into the container.
10. Freeze overnight.
11. Serve with cotton candy on the side if you like.
Notes
This homemade ice cream is very soft and melts quicker than store bought ice cream.
Cotton Candy Flavoring can be found in the baking section at most craft stores, or in the candy making area.
You can also add sprinkles if you like.
Out of ice cream cones? Make ice cream waffles!
Ice Cream Recipes and Activities
- Color this delightful zentangle ice cream cone coloring page while you wait for your homemade ice cream to freeze!
- How cute are these rainbow ice cream cones from The Nerd’s Wife?
- Kids will get a kick out of waffle ice cream surprise!
- If you’re craving homemade ice cream but you’re short on time, make this 15 minute homemade ice cream in a bag.
- Raid the pantry and then make cupcake liner ice cream cones!
- Nothing beats homemade chocolate ice cream recipe.
What is your favorite ice cream flavor? Comment below!
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