I’ll be honest—I don’t love most ice cream. But when it comes to homemade ice cream, that’s a different story. There’s something about making it yourself that makes it irresistible. The problem? I’m not a fan of all that churning and waiting around for a machine to do its thing. That’s why when I saw content creator Dustin (@that40yearguy) on TikTok raving about a no-churn ice cream recipe that made him “weak in the knees,” I knew I had to try it.
This no-churn method is shockingly simple and doesn’t require any fancy equipment—just a mixer and a little patience. The best part? It’s creamy, chocolatey and incredibly easy to customize.
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How to Make No-Churn Chocolate Ice Cream
This recipe uses just three ingredients and comes together in minutes. Here’s how it works.
In a stand mixer or in a large bowl using a hand mixer, beat cold heavy cream until it forms stiff peaks. This step is essential for creating that airy, scoopable texture. Once you have your whipped cream, gently fold in sweetened condensed milk and cocoa powder, being careful not to overmix so the air stays in the whipped cream.
Pour the mixture into a baking pan or freezer-safe container, smooth the top and freeze for at least six hours (overnight is even better).
That’s it! No churning, no ice cream machine, no problem. You can find the exact ingredient measurements on Dustin’s TikTok page, but this base recipe is simple, quick and foolproof.
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How Does This No-Churn Ice Cream Taste?
This no-churn ice cream is rich and creamy—you’d never guess it wasn’t made in an ice cream maker. The whipped cream adds rich flavor and loft, while the sweetened condensed milk adds the perfect amount of sweetness and helps the ice cream stay smooth and scoopable. The cocoa powder gives it that classic chocolate flavor.
This decadent, melt-in-your-mouth delicious ice cream has the kind of texture that makes you close your eyes and savor every bite, which is exactly what Dustin did! This is definitely a recipe worth trying!
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Fun Variations to Try
One of the best things about no-churn ice cream is how easy it is to customize. Here are a few variations to mix things up:
After mixing the base, warm up a few tablespoons of peanut butter and swirl it in before freezing to make peanut butter swirl ice cream. The combination of chocolate and peanut butter is always a winner and one of my favorite flavors!
If you’re a cookies and cream fan, just crush up some chocolate sandwich cookies and fold them into the mixture before freezing.
You can also add a teaspoon of instant espresso powder to the cocoa powder for a rich, coffee-infused chocolate ice cream. This would be perfect for an affogato!
If you’re not a chocolate fan, just skip the cocoa powder, add a healthy dash of vanilla extract, plus whatever mix-ins you enjoy.
This no-churn ice cream is a game-changer for anyone who loves homemade treats but doesn’t want to deal with an ice cream machine. If you haven’t tried it yet, this is your sign to make a batch—you might just find yourself weak in the knees, too!
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