Best Soft Serve Ice Cream
Soft serve ice cream is a creamy, smooth, and fun-to-make treat that’s perfect for any occasion. This quick and easy recipe uses everyday ingredients and a simple science trick to create a velvety dessert in just 10 minutes—no fancy equipment needed!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 2 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- ½ cup (119 g) heavy cream
- ½ cup (122.5 g) whole milk
- ¼ cup (50 g) granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups ice
- ⅓ cup (96 g) kosher salt (or Himalayan/rock salt)
Instructions
In a small resealable plastic bag, combine heavy cream, whole milk, sugar, and vanilla extract. Seal tightly and shake gently until the sugar dissolves completely. Remove excess air from the bag before sealing again.
In a larger resealable plastic bag, add ice and sprinkle in kosher salt. Place the sealed cream mixture bag inside the ice bag, ensuring both bags are tightly sealed.
Shake the bags vigorously for about 5 minutes. Wrap the bags with a towel or wear gloves to protect your hands from the cold.
Remove the smaller bag from the ice bag and check the consistency of your soft serve. Scoop or pipe into bowls or cones and enjoy immediately!
Notes
Serving Suggestions
Serve in waffle cones or bowls with toppings like sprinkles, chocolate chips, or fresh fruit for extra flair.
Tips & Tricks
- Shake over a sink to catch any leaks.
- Use gloves or towels to avoid cold hands while shaking.
Storage & Reheating
Soft serve is best enjoyed fresh, but leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 1 week. Let frozen soft serve sit at room temperature for 10 minutes before scooping to soften slightly.
Find it online: https://icecreamin.com/soft-serve-ice-cream/