Ingredients
Ice Cream Mixture
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup half and half
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Ice Salt Mixture
- 2 cups ice cubes
- 1/2 cup salt (or ice cream salt)
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: Pour 1 cup heavy cream, 1 cup half and half, 1/2 cup granulated sugar, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract into a gallon-sized resealable plastic bag. Seal the bag tightly and gently squish it around to combine the ingredients until the sugar dissolves completely.
- Prepare Ice Bag: In another gallon-sized resealable plastic bag, place 2 cups of ice cubes and 1/2 cup of salt. The salt lowers the freezing point of the ice, helping the mixture freeze faster.
- Insert Ice Cream Bag: Place the sealed ice cream mixture bag inside the larger bag containing the ice and salt. Seal the larger bag well to prevent leaks.
- Shake to Freeze: Shake the bags vigorously for about 5 to 7 minutes. The constant shaking combined with the cold ice-salt mixture will freeze the ice cream mixture, turning it into creamy ice cream.
Notes
- Use ice cream salt for best results, but regular salt works as a substitute.
- Shake the bags firmly but gently to avoid puncturing.
- You can add mix-ins like chocolate chips or fruit after shaking.
- For a firmer consistency, place the ice cream in the freezer for 10-15 minutes after shaking.
- This method is an engaging activity to do with kids and requires no special equipment.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
