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Cotton Candy No Churn Ice Cream Recipe

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  • Author: Mary & Susan
  • Total Time: 5 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: 10 servings

Description

This delightful Cotton Candy No Churn Ice Cream recipe offers a fun and easy way to enjoy a creamy, colorful treat without the need for an ice cream maker. Combining whipped cream, milk, and a touch of cotton candy flavoring, this no-bake dessert features vibrant swirls of pink and blue, making it perfect for parties and nostalgic indulgence. With just a few simple ingredients and a little patience in the freezer, you can create a whimsical ice cream that tastes just like the classic carnival favorite.

Ingredients

Ice Cream Base

  • 1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream (cold)
  • 1 cup whole milk (cold)
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp cotton candy flavor extract
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

Food Coloring

  • 2 – 3 drops red or pink food dye coloring
  • 2 – 3 drops blue food dye coloring

Garnish

  • Sprinkles (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the freezer and bowls: Place a 9×5 inch loaf pan into the freezer to chill. If possible, also add a large mixing bowl to the freezer for whipping the cream; if not, ensure the bowl is cool to prevent the cream from warming up during whipping.
  2. Whip the heavy cream: Pour the cold heavy whipping cream into the chilled large mixing bowl. Using an electric hand mixer on medium-high speed, beat until soft peaks begin to form, indicating the cream is aerated and holds some shape.
  3. Add milk, sugar, and flavorings: To the same bowl, add the cold whole milk, granulated sugar, cotton candy flavor extract, and vanilla extract. Mix again on medium speed until stiff peaks form, meaning the mixture thickens and holds firm when the beaters are lifted.
  4. Divide and color the mixture: Split the mixture evenly into two separate bowls. Add red or pink food coloring to one bowl and stir well to achieve a uniform pastel pink color. Add blue food coloring to the other bowl and mix thoroughly to create a consistent pastel blue shade.
  5. Layer the mixtures in the pan: Using an ice cream scoop, alternately spoon scoops of the pink and blue mixtures into the chilled loaf pan, layering the colors for a fun, swirled effect.
  6. Freeze thoroughly: Cover the loaf pan tightly with plastic wrap or a lid, and place it in the freezer. Allow the ice cream to freeze for approximately 4 to 6 hours, or until it is firm and scoopable.
  7. Serve and enjoy: Once frozen, scoop the colorful cotton candy ice cream into cones or bowls. Garnish with sprinkles for an extra festive touch. Note that when melted, the ice cream will have a purple-ish color due to the mix of pink and blue.

Notes

  • Ensure all dairy ingredients and mixing bowls are thoroughly chilled before whipping to achieve the best texture.
  • Stiff peaks mean the cream mixture is thick and holds its shape firmly, which is essential for a creamy ice cream consistency.
  • Feel free to adjust the amount of food coloring to achieve your desired vibrancy without overpowering the flavor.
  • This recipe requires no ice cream maker—perfect for easy homemade ice cream anytime.
  • If you prefer a more intense cotton candy flavor, slightly increase the flavor extract to 1 1/2 teaspoons.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://mysimpledish.com/cotton-candy-no-churn-ice-cream-recipe/