Description
This No-Churn Cotton Candy Ice Cream is a fun and whimsical frozen treat featuring fluffy, creamy texture with the nostalgic sweet taste of cotton candy. It requires no ice cream maker, combining heavy whipping cream, sweetened condensed milk, and cotton candy flavoring, with optional food coloring to create a vibrant pink and blue swirl.
Ingredients
Scale
Ice Cream Base
- 2 cups very cold heavy whipping cream
- 1 14-ounce can sweetened condensed milk (cold)
- 2 teaspoons cotton candy flavoring
Optional
- Food coloring: pink and blue, as desired
Instructions
- Whip the Cream: In a large mixing bowl, whip the very cold heavy whipping cream using a hand or stand mixer on medium-high speed until stiff peaks form. This process usually takes about 3-5 minutes and ensures the cream is light and fluffy.
- Combine Condensed Milk and Flavor: In a separate bowl, mix together the cold sweetened condensed milk and cotton candy flavoring until evenly blended. If using food coloring, add drops of pink and blue to the condensed milk mixture to create desired colors.
- Fold Mixtures Together: Gently fold about a third of the whipped cream into the condensed milk mixture to lighten it. Then carefully fold in the remaining whipped cream until fully combined, preserving as much airiness as possible. If you used food coloring, you can swirl the colors gently to get a marbled effect.
- Freeze: Transfer the mixture into a loaf pan or airtight container. Smooth the top with a spatula, cover tightly with plastic wrap or a lid, and freeze for at least 6 hours or overnight until firm.
- Serve: Once fully frozen, scoop the cotton candy ice cream into bowls or cones and enjoy your creamy, no-churn treat!
Notes
- Be sure the heavy cream and condensed milk are very cold for best whipping results.
- Do not overmix when folding to keep the ice cream airy and light.
- Use cotton candy flavoring specifically designed for desserts to get the best taste.
- If desired, swirl the colored mixtures gently without fully blending to create a visually appealing marbled look.
- Store leftover ice cream in an airtight container for up to one week.
Keywords: cotton candy ice cream, no churn ice cream, homemade ice cream, easy dessert, cotton candy flavor