Sprinkles Ice Cream may sound like an ordinary ice cream recipe, but I promise it’s so delicious! Mixing in rainbow sprinkles adds a pop of color and an extra layer of sweetness that really enhances the overall recipe. It’s the perfect ice cream for birthdays or other special occasions.
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The vanilla extract and sweet sprinkles add a subtle, yet wonderful flavor to this delightfully rich and creamy ice cream. This is one you’ll want to make again and again!
If you like recipes with sprinkles, you will love these fudgy Brownies with Sprinkles and luscious Chocolate Cake with Frosting and Sprinkles.
Why You’ll Love This Ice Cream Recipe With Sprinkles
- Simple recipe: This homemade ice cream with sprinkles couldn’t be any easier. t’s a no-fuss recipe that delivers amazing results with minimal effort.
- Only 4 ingredients: Recipes that require few ingredients always scoot to the top of my list. Who knew that you only needed 4 items to make fabulous ice cream at home?
- Kid favorite: Kids love ice cream, and the colorful rainbow sprinkles add a fun wow factor that’s guaranteed to impress.
Ingredients
These 4 ingredients are all you need to whip up this easy and delicious recipe for ice cream with rainbow sprinkles. Best of all, you can find them at the grocery store any time of year!.
- Heavy cream: To make your ice cream light and fluffy without churning, you will need heavy cream. Whipping the cream adds air to it to give the ice cream the best texture.
- Vanilla extract: The vanilla flavor adds complexity to the ice cream base and pairs well with the sweet sprinkles.
- Sweetened condensed milk: You need this to make any successful no-churn ice cream. It not only sweetens, but it also helps prevent ice from forming and provides a creamy texture.
- Sprinkles: Rainbow ice cream jimmies (sprinkles) are super important to make this ice cream. Pick out your favorite variety!
See the recipe card below for exact ingredient amounts, nutritional information, and detailed instructions.
Variations
- Vanilla ice cream with chocolate sprinkles: Try this recipe with chocolate sprinkles for a different color and slightly different flavor.
- Almond ice cream with red and pink sprinkles: Swap vanilla for almond extract and use red and pink sprinkles for a Valentine’s Day treat.
- Peanut butter ice cream with orange and black sprinkles: Add a swirl of creamy peanut butter and use orange and black sprinkles for spooky Halloween vibes.
How to Make Vanilla Ice Cream with Sprinkles
Here are the instructions on how to make this colorful ice cream recipe. You will need a large mixing bowl, an electric hand or stand mixer, and a loaf pan.
Step 1: Add the cream and vanilla. Pour the heavy cream and vanilla extract into a large mixing bowl.
Step 2: Beat the cream. Use an electric mixer to beat the cream on medium-high speed until stiff peaks form.
Step 3: Mix in condensed milk and sprinkles. Add the sweetened condensed milk and rainbow sprinkles. Reduce the speed of your mixer to low and gently combine the milk and sprinkles with the whipped cream mixture.
Step 4: Transfer and freeze. Gently pour the ice cream mixture into the loaf pan and smooth it evenly. Scatter more rainbow sprinkles on top. Tightly cover the pan with plastic wrap and place it in the freezer for at least 5 hours or until firm.
⭐ Hint: Be careful not to overmix when adding the condensed milk and sprinkles. Overmixing can deflate the whipped cream, resulting in ice cream that’s less fluffy and creamy.
If you love homemade ice cream recipes like this one, you may also enjoy Birthday Cake Ice Cream, Peanut Butter Brownie Ice Cream, Monster Cookie Ice Cream or this M&M Ice Cream!
Serving Suggestions
- Scoop your ice cream right onto one of these cake mix cookie bars or a slice of chocolate chip cookie cake.
- Some great topping ideas are maraschino cherries, whipped cream, blueberry syrup, and spicy candied pecans.
- Make these chocolate waffle cones. Coat the ice cream cones with more sprinkles for an extra special treat.
Recipe Tips
- Storage directions: Store this recipe for ice cream and sprinkles in the loaf pan or a freezer-safe container for up to 2 months.
- Store tightly covered: Ensure the ice cream is covered tightly to prevent ice crystals from forming on top.
- Use high-quality sprinkles: Don’t skimp on the sprinkles! Cheap sprinkles have a waxy taste, while better quality ones are sweet and almost taste like frosting.
Recipe FAQs
Any plastic container that is safe for the freezer will work great.
Use high-quality sprinkles for this that don’t contain wax. Some varieties will also state on the container that the colors won’t run.
Sure. I prefer the flavor of real vanilla extract, but imitation will work in a pinch. Just be aware that the flavor won’t be as prominent.
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Sprinkles Ice Cream
Equipment
- 1 9x5 inch loaf pan
Ingredients
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- ¼ cup sprinkles
Instructions
- Combine the cream and vanilla in a large mixing bowl and then use an electric hand mixer to whisk the cream until it forms stiff peaks.
- Add the condensed milk and sprinkles to the mixing bowl and reduce the speed of your mixer gently whisk the mixture together until smooth and homogenous.
- Pour the ice cream mixture into a large loaf pan and tightly cover it with plastic wrap.
- Transfer your ice cream to the freezer and let it chill for at least 5 hours. Make sure the ice cream is firm to the touch before scooping.
- Serve and enjoy!
Notes
- Storage directions: Store this recipe for ice cream and sprinkles in the loaf pan or a freezer-safe container for up to 2 months.
- Store tightly covered: Ensure the ice cream is covered tightly to prevent ice crystals from forming on top.
- Use high-quality sprinkles: Don’t skimp on the sprinkles! Cheap sprinkles have a waxy taste, while better quality ones are sweet and almost taste like frosting.
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