The Star Ingredient? Salted Caramel
Let’s give it up for the real MVP: **salted caramel**. Sweet, buttery, with a pop of sea salt that makes every bite magical. 💫
Buy your favorite jar, or make a quick one at home with butter, brown sugar, cream, and sea salt. Drizzle it, swirl it, or just straight up eat a spoonful (we won’t judge). 😏
Pro tip: Go heavy on the swirl. It’s not a garnish—it’s the moment. ✨
Just 4 Ingredients, No Fuss
| Ingredient | Why It’s Essential | Swap Options |
|---|---|---|
| Heavy Cream (2 cups) | Whips into the creamy base | Coconut cream (for dairy-free) |
| Sweetened Condensed Milk (1 can) | Sweetens + smooth texture | No sub—it’s key! |
| Salted Caramel Sauce (½–¾ cup) | The FLAVOR STAR ⭐ | Use homemade or store-bought |
| Vanilla Extract (1 tsp) | Enhances all flavors | Try almond or bourbon extract |
Total prep time? 10 minutes. Total chill time? 6 hours. Total joy? Infinite. 😍
Let’s Whip It Up!
Step 1: In a large bowl, whip heavy cream to stiff peaks.
Step 2: In another bowl, mix sweetened condensed milk with vanilla extract.
Step 3: Gently fold whipped cream into condensed milk until smooth. DO NOT overmix—we want fluffy vibes only. 🫧
Step 4: Pour half the mixture into a loaf pan. Drizzle half the caramel and swirl. Repeat with remaining ice cream base and caramel. Freeze 6 hours (or overnight if you can wait!).
Step 5: Scoop, serve, melt into a puddle of joy. 🥄🧡
Why This Ice Cream Hits Different
This isn’t just ice cream. It’s therapy in a spoon. It's what you make when you're celebrating, heartbroken, or just in your “treat yourself” era. 🥲
Bonus: No weird ingredients. No ice crystals. Just silky-smooth, artisan-level texture you made with your own two hands. 👏👏
Pair it with brownies, pie, hot espresso (affogato vibes), or eat it straight from the pan. We support you either way. 💖
The Final Scoop
No-churn salted caramel ice cream is the *glow-up* your freezer didn’t know it needed. Quick. Delicious. Dangerous (in a good way). 🍨💥
What’s your dream no-churn flavor combo? Tag your ice cream BFF and drop it in the comments! Scoop Squad 🍦💛