Description
Easy Snow Ice Cream is a delightful and simple winter treat made by combining fresh, clean snow with sweetened condensed milk and vanilla extract. This fun, no-cook dessert mimics the texture of soft-serve ice cream and can be customized with your favorite toppings like sprinkles, chocolate chips, or crushed cookies. Perfect for snowy days, this recipe offers a quick and tasty way to enjoy the flavors of homemade ice cream without the need for an ice cream maker.
Ingredients
Scale
Ice Cream Base
- 6–8 cups fresh, clean snow
- 1 (14-ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional Toppings
- Sprinkles
- Chocolate chips
- Crushed cookies
- Drizzle of chocolate syrup
Instructions
- Collect the Snow: In a large mixing bowl, add 6 cups of fresh, clean snow. You can start with this amount and gradually add more snow as needed to achieve the desired soft-serve ice cream consistency.
- Add Sweetened Condensed Milk and Vanilla: Pour in the entire 14-ounce can of sweetened condensed milk along with 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract to the bowl containing the snow.
- Mix Until Smooth: Gently fold the snow, sweetened condensed milk, and vanilla together using a spatula or large spoon. Continue mixing until the mixture reaches a soft, scoopable texture similar to soft-serve ice cream.
- Serve Immediately: Scoop the snow ice cream into bowls or cones. Add your favorite optional toppings such as sprinkles, chocolate chips, crushed cookies, or a drizzle of chocolate syrup if desired, and enjoy right away before it melts.
Notes
- For a chocolate-flavored version, stir in 2 tablespoons of cocoa powder or chocolate syrup along with the sweetened condensed milk before mixing with the snow.
- Always collect snow from a clean surface during active snowfall. Avoid using old, dirty, or packed snow for safety and taste reasons.
- This recipe is best enjoyed immediately after preparation since it melts quickly.
