Kid Friendly Activity Ice Cream in a Baggie
Transform your kitchen into a fun-filled science experiment with this "Kid Friendly Activity Ice Cream in a Baggie"! Perfect for little hands and curious minds, this no-churn ice cream recipe combines playtime and dessert-making into a delightful 10-minute activity. Using simple ingredients like heavy cream, whole milk, sugar, and vanilla, this recipe teaches kids how to create their very own creamy treat by shaking a bag of ice and salt to freeze the mixture. With no special equipment needed—just resealable bags—this recipe is mess-free, quick to prepare, and results in a single serving of smooth, homemade ice cream. Ideal for family gatherings, rainy day projects, or summer fun, this engaging recipe ends with a sweet reward that can be topped with sprinkles, chocolate syrup, or fruit for a personalized touch. Treat your kids to the magic of science and cooking with this hands-on, edible adventure!
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Ingredients
- 0.5 cups Heavy cream
- 0.5 cups Whole milk
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 3 cups Ice
- 0.25 cups Kosher salt
- 1 piece Quart-sized resealable plastic bag
- 1 piece Gallon-sized resealable plastic bag
Directions
Step 1
1. In the quart-sized resealable plastic bag, combine heavy cream, whole milk, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract. Seal the bag tightly and remove as much air as possible to avoid leaks.
Step 2
2. Place the quart-sized bag into the gallon-sized bag. Add the ice and kosher salt to the gallon bag, ensuring that the smaller bag is nestled in the middle of the ice.
Step 3
3. Seal the gallon-sized bag tightly and again try to remove excess air.
Step 4
4. Shake the bag vigorously for 7-10 minutes. If the bag becomes too cold to handle, wrap it in a dish towel or wear oven mitts for insulation.
Step 5
5. Check the consistency of the ice cream. If it’s thickened to your liking, remove the quart-sized bag from the gallon bag. Rinse the quart-sized bag with cold water to remove any salt before opening it.
Step 6
6. Serve the ice cream directly from the bag with a spoon, or transfer it to a bowl or cone. Add your favorite toppings if desired!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (699.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 581.7 |
| Total Fat 43.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 26.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g | |
| Cholesterol 134.6mg | 0% |
| Sodium 26931.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 31.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 31.4g | |
| Protein 4.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 53.7IU | 0% |
| Calcium 150.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 192mg | 0% |
Source of Calories