The gadgets I want in my kitchen far outnumber the amount of space I have to store them, and over the years I’ve had to get rid of some appliances that I really love, but used pretty infrequently. The ice cream maker was one of the first things to go; I found myself using it only once or twice a year, but between the bulky housing, and then frozen core that took up a ton of space in our freezer, it was about the worst offender of wasted space in our kitchen. We still manage to make some incredibly tasty ice cream recipes each summer without the ice cream maker, though. All it takes is the right recipe and techniques.
These fifteen homemade ice cream recipes are among my favorites that turn out perfectly every time. No matter if you’re searching for fruity or chocolate or dairy-filled or vegan, these ice cream recipes are sure to keep you cool on a hot summer day.
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15 Ice Cream Recipes That Don't Require an Ice Cream Maker
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Blackberry Ice Cream
If you’re drowning in blackberries, this is a wonderfully sweet way to use them up.
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Batman Ice Cream
Know someone that’s a total Batman fan? They’ll go crazy over this no churn Batman ice cream with bat sprinkles.
from Big Bears Wife
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Cannoli Ice Cream
You do not need a machine to transform a cannoli into ice cream. Every ingredient of this favorite Italian dessert will appear in each frozen scoop.
from Seeded at the Table
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Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Ice Cream
This easy homemade cookie dough ice cream is packed with mini chocolate chips and cookie dough. No ice cream machine's needed to make this either.
from Big Bear’s Wife
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Coconut Pineapple Smoothie Ice Cream
Thick enough to eat with a spoon, this is a deliciously creamy smoothie with pineapple and coconut flavors and just a hint of banana.
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Cookies and Cream Ice Cream
Love cookies and cream ice cream? Now you can make it at home without an ice cream machine.
from Big Bears Wife
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Funfetti Ice Cream
This is the best ice cream, and it's the easiest to make with just two main ingredients—whipped cream and sweetened condensed milk. It's a no-cook recipe, and the recipe is written to reflect making it with or without an ice cream maker. The ice cream is soft, fluffy, and tastes a bit like sweetened, frozen whipped cream. If you like buttercream frosting, whipped cream, or sweetened condensed milk, this is the ice cream for you. The sprinkles and chunks of cookies add texture to this ridiculously creamy and rich ice cream.
from Averie Cooks
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Lemon Ice Cream
Here's another ice cream recipe that doesn’t require an ice cream maker. This lemon ice cream is super creamy and quite refreshing, a wonderful summer treat.
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Peanut Butter Brownie Ice Cream
Today is a super special day. It’s a day that requires peanut butter ice cream that’s filled with chunks of fudgy brownie.
Honestly, every day is special enough for this peanut butter brownie ice cream.from Crazy for Crust
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Pumpkin Pie Ice Cream
Craving the flavors of fall but you’re in the midst of summer? Get the best of both worlds with the pumpkin ice cream.
from Buns in My Oven
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Strawberry Cheesecake Ice Cream
Cheesecake is the ultimate dessert but a little heavy in the midst of 100 degree days. Try cheesecake in the form of ice cream. Win win.
from Our Best Bites
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Strawberry Frozen Yogurt
Learn how to make frozen yogurt without an ice cream maker.
from Cook the Story
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Vanilla Ice Cream
Whip up some homemade vanilla ice cream without an ice cream machine.
from Fifteen Spatulas
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Vegan Chocolate Peanut Butter Ice Cream
Thick, creamy, salty, and sweet, this guilt-free vegan chocolate peanut butter ice cream will make your entire family happy. No machine required.
from The Lemon Bowl
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Gingersnap Peach Crumble Ice Cream
Other title considerations for this magnificent treat: Brown Butter Gingersnap Crumble Ice Cream; Peach Cobbler Ice Cream with Gingersnap Crumbs; Gingersnap Crunch Ice Cream with Peach Filling; Peach Cobbler Ice Cream; Bourbon Peach Crumble Ice Cream with Gingersnap Crumbs. Decisions, decisions.
