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Mermaid Ice Cream

Magical Mermaid Ice Cream That’s No-Churn and Kid-Approved

Discover the joy of making Mermaid Ice Cream, a no-churn delight that brings ocean-inspired fun to your dessert table.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Freezing Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 8 scoops
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Ice Cream Base
  • 2 cups Heavy Whipping Cream Essential for a rich, creamy texture.
  • 14 ounces Sweetened Condensed Milk Can substitute with evaporated milk and sugar.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Enhances overall flavor.
For Color
  • 1 bottle Pastel Food Coloring Gel For vibrant, ocean-inspired swirls.
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Mermaid Sprinkles Adds whimsy and fun.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • hand mixer
  • spatula
  • 9-inch loaf pan
  • toothpick

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, pour in 2 cups of heavy whipping cream. Beat on medium-high speed for about 3-5 minutes until stiff peaks form.
  2. In a separate bowl, combine 14 ounces of sweetened condensed milk with 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Gently fold this mixture into the whipped cream.
  3. Divide the creamy mixture into three smaller bowls. Add drops of different pastel food coloring gels to each bowl and stir gently.
  4. Prepare a 9-inch loaf pan. Layer the ice cream mixture in the pan, alternating colors until all mixtures are used.
  5. Using a toothpick, gently swirl through the layered mixtures to create a soft marble effect.
  6. Sprinkle decorative mermaid sprinkles on top. Cover with plastic wrap and freeze for a minimum of 6 hours or overnight.

Nutrition

Serving: 1scoopCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 100mgSugar: 20gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 70mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Taste variation is possible by adding pureed fruits or flavored extracts to customize flavors while keeping the core Mermaid Ice Cream recipe intact.

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