This homemade vanilla ice cream is a simple, 3 ingredient ice cream that’s made without an ice cream machine. Homemade ice cream doesn’t get easier than this!
Add the heavy cream, vanilla extract, and pinch of salt to a large bowl or bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the whisk attachment.
Whip on low speed with an electric hand mixer and whisk attachment or with the stand mixer/whisk attachment. Once the cream starts to thicken, slowly increase the speed to medium-high and continue to whip until soft peaks form.
Gently fold in the sweetened condensed milk until completely incorporated.
Transfer to a 2-qt freezer-safe container. Freeze for at least 4-6 hours or overnight.
Notes
For more of a soft-serve texture freeze for 1-2 hours.
Vanilla bean paste can be used in place of the vanilla extract.
I highly suggest using the salt and not omitting it. It really helps to balance the flavor.