Instant Blender Strawberry Ice Cream
Whip up a luscious summer treat in just 5 minutes with this Instant Blender Strawberry Ice Cream! Made with just five simple ingredients—frozen strawberries, a touch of sugar or honey, creamy heavy cream, fragrant vanilla extract, and an optional splash of lemon juice for brightness—this no-churn dessert is as effortless as it is irresistibly delicious. Everything blends together in one step, creating a smooth, creamy texture reminiscent of soft-serve straight from the blender. Perfect for last-minute cravings, this recipe is a versatile delight—serve it immediately for a silky spoonable treat or freeze for a firmer texture. Easy, quick, and bursting with fresh strawberry flavor, it’s the ultimate go-to recipe for homemade ice cream in a hurry!
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Ingredients
- 3 cups frozen strawberries
- 0.5 cups granulated sugar (or honey)
- 0.75 cups heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice (optional, for brightness)
Directions
Step 1
1. Add the frozen strawberries to a high-powered blender or food processor.
Step 2
2. Pour in the granulated sugar (or honey, if preferred). This adds sweetness to balance the tartness of the strawberries.
Step 3
3. Add the heavy cream for a creamy texture and richness.
Step 4
4. Pour in the vanilla extract for a boost of flavor.
Step 5
5. If desired, add a teaspoon of lemon juice for a touch of brightness to complement the strawberries.
Step 6
6. Blend on high speed until the mixture is smooth and creamy. You may need to stop and scrape down the sides of the blender a couple of times to ensure everything is evenly combined.
Step 7
7. Once the mixture reaches a soft-serve ice cream consistency, taste and adjust the sweetness if needed.
Step 8
8. Serve immediately for a soft-serve texture or transfer the mixture to a lidded container and freeze for 1-2 hours for a firmer ice cream.
Step 9
9. Scoop and enjoy your homemade instant blender strawberry ice cream!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (757.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1228.8 |
| Total Fat 60.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 36.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g | |
| Cholesterol 180mg | 0% |
| Sodium 70.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 160.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 9.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 139.5g | |
| Protein 2.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 74.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 3.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 682.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories