It's that time of year again! The hotter weather means ice cream time, all day every day! What could be better than to cool off with a scoop (or three) of ice cream, especially if you can make it yourself in minutes??
These five homemade ice cream recipes are so easy, require a handful of ingredients, and take less than 30 minutes, start to finish. No ice cream machine; no fuss - just fresh, homemade, frozen goodness you will want to make again and again!?
A classic for a good reason! Bananas blend into a beautifully creamy texture, making them an incredible healthy base. And when you throw in a swirl of peanut butter? Boom 每 instant magic.?
What you need:?
- 2 ripe bananas
- 1 or 2 tablespoons of smooth peanut butter.?
How to make it:?
Slice your bananas and freeze for at least 2 hours beforehand (or keep a stash of frozen bananas in the freezer ready to go!) Blend the frozen banana slices until smooth 每 you will be surprised at the texture, it＊s like soft-serve ice cream. Swirl in the peanut butter gently to create that beautiful, speckled ripple effect. Serve immediately, or if you want a more solid texture, freeze for about 10 minutes.?
This is a fruity classic, it is fresh, creamy, and super simple.?
What you need:?
- 2 cups frozen strawberries
- ? cup double cream
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional - if your berries are in season and ripe, you might not need this).?
How to make it:
Blend everything together until smooth. You might want to add a little sweetener if your berries aren＊t super ripe. Enjoy as is for a soft and slushy texture, or if you prefer more of a scoopable consistency freeze for 15 - 20 minutes.
Refreshing and completely dairy-free, it tastes like a tropical vacation in every bite.
What you need:
- 1 cup frozen mango chunks
- ? cup full-fat coconut milk
- Squeeze of lime juice
How to make it:
Blend all ingredients until creamy/smooth. The coconut milk makes it rich and the lime gives it a little zest. It's great straight from the blender, but you can freeze it for 10-15 minutes if you like it firmer.
Have a frozen twist to your favorite beverage, with a little crunch for texture. It's bold, sweet, and completely addictive.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup whipped cream
- 1 tablespoon instant coffee (mixed with 1 tbsp hot water)
- 2 tablespoons sweetened condensed milk
- A handful of crushed cookies or chocolate chips
How to make it:
Gently fold the whipped cream with the coffee, condensed milk and any extras you choose. You can eat it right away and it will be a nice light fluffy treat, or you can put it in the freezer for 15-20 minutes to firm it up.
Whether you are relaxing around the garden, having a BBQ, or just feel like a quick snack on a hot day, these homemade ice creams are the ones to choose. Quick, easy, and full of flavour, they are the ideal way to have a taste of joy in the summer sun.