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Cookies and Cream Ice Cream Recipe

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  • Author: lilan
  • Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x

Description

This homemade Cookies and Cream Ice Cream is a delightfully creamy, no-churn frozen treat featuring crushed Oreo cookies folded into a luscious vanilla-infused ice cream base. Easy to make with just a few ingredients, it requires no special equipment beyond an electric mixer and a freezer, perfect for a quick yet indulgent dessert.

Ingredients

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Ice Cream Base

  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 (14-ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Mix-ins

  • 22 Oreo cookies, coarsely crushed (about 2 1/4 cups), divided

Instructions

  1. Whip the Cream: Using an electric mixer on medium-high speed, beat the heavy cream in a large bowl until foamy, approximately 3 minutes. This step creates a light and airy base for the ice cream.
  2. Add Sweetened Condensed Milk and Vanilla: Gradually stream in the sweetened condensed milk and vanilla extract to the whipped cream. Continue beating on medium-high speed until soft peaks form, about 2 more minutes. The mixture should be creamy and slightly thickened.
  3. Fold in Crushed Cookies: Gently fold in 2 cups of the coarsely crushed Oreo cookies into the cream mixture, ensuring even distribution without deflating the whipped cream.
  4. Transfer to Pan and Top: Pour the mixture into a 9″-by-5″ or 8 1/2″-by-4 1/2″ loaf pan. Tap the pan lightly to release any trapped air bubbles. Sprinkle the remaining crushed cookies evenly over the top of the ice cream mixture.
  5. Freeze: Cover the pan tightly with plastic wrap and freeze until firm, for at least 6 hours or up to 1 day, allowing the ice cream to set properly.
  6. Make Ahead Option: This ice cream can be prepared up to one week in advance. If storing longer, make sure to wrap tightly to prevent freezer burn and maintain freshness.

Notes

  • Ensure the heavy cream is very cold for best whipping results.
  • Folding gently is key to keeping the ice cream light and fluffy.
  • You can substitute regular Oreos with other sandwich cookies for different flavors.
  • If you prefer smaller cookie pieces, crush the Oreos less coarsely, but avoid making crumbs too fine.
  • This ice cream is best enjoyed within a week for optimal freshness.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: cookies and cream ice cream, Oreo ice cream, no-churn ice cream, homemade ice cream, easy dessert

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