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No-Churn Blueberry Swirl Ice Cream

Three scoops of creamy vanilla Blueberry swirl ice cream with rich purple berry ribbons served in a white bowl.
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Make visually stunning, homemade blueberry swirl ice cream without an ice cream maker. This no-churn recipe delivers cool, creamy summer treats with deep purple swirls.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups heavy whipping cream, cold
  • 1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk, cold
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Prepare the blueberry swirl: Combine blueberries, 2 tablespoons sugar, and lemon juice in a small saucepan. Cook over medium heat for 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the berries break down and the mixture thickens into a sauce. Remove from heat and let it cool completely.
  2. Whip the cream: In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to beat the cold heavy whipping cream until stiff peaks form. This takes about 3 to 5 minutes.
  3. Fold in milk and vanilla: Gently fold the cold sweetened condensed milk and vanilla extract into the whipped cream until just combined. Do not overmix.
  4. Create the swirl: Pour half of the ice cream base into a freezer-safe loaf pan (about 9×5 inches). Drizzle half of the cooled blueberry sauce over the top. Gently swirl the sauce into the base using a knife or skewer—do not mix completely.
  5. Layer and swirl again: Top with the remaining ice cream base, then drizzle with the remaining blueberry sauce. Create a final, light swirl pattern.
  6. Freeze: Cover the pan tightly with plastic wrap, pressing the wrap directly onto the surface of the ice cream to prevent ice crystals. Freeze for at least 6 hours, or preferably overnight, until firm.
  7. Serve: Scoop and enjoy your homemade ice cream.

Notes

  • For the best swirl effect, make sure your blueberry sauce is completely cool before layering it into the base.
  • If you use frozen blueberries, you do not need to thaw them before cooking the sauce.
  • This recipe is a great example of simple, efficient summer treats.

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