How to Make Ice Cream Without an Ice Cream Maker

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This post shares an easy tutorial for how to make homemade ice cream without an ice cream maker using a blender and your freezer. This is called the Freezer Method and it can be used for both dairy ice cream and vegan ice cream.

By: Carrie Forrest, MPH in Nutrition (via Cleaneatingkitchen)
Original Publish: Jul 1, 2021
Last Updated: Mar 1, 2026
Prep: 10 mins
Cook: 3 hrs
Yields: 4

Nutrition Facts

269 Calories
2.4 gProtein
27.4 gCarbs
18.3 gFat
Finished How to Make Ice Cream Without an Ice Cream Maker

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Combine the coconut milk, frozen fruit, maple syrup, and vanilla in the base of a high-speed blender.

  2. Blend until the ingredients are smooth.

  3. Pour the mixture into a freezer-safe bowl and place the bowl in the freezer.

  4. Use a large fork to stir the mixture about 4 separate times, every 45 minutes.

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Chef's Notes




It’s worth noting that dairy-free ice creams will freeze very hard if left in the freezer for more than 6-8 hours. In this case, you just need to let the ice cream sit on the countertop for about 15-20 minutes before serving.

It’s worth noting that dairy-free ice creams will freeze very hard if left in the freezer for more than 6-8 hours. In this case, you just need to let the ice cream sit on the countertop for about 15-20 minutes before serving.

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Carrie Forrest, MPH in Nutrition ★ 5.0/5

This method means anyone can make homemade ice cream!!!

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