

The prep usually takes under 15 minutes-and then the ice box does the rest of the work.

An ice cream machine can be useful, sure, but you absolutely can still make magic happen with just a blender, loaf pan, and your freezer, Moore says.Īnd the best part? Homemade ice cream comes together without a whole lot of hands-on time. While making your own frozen dessert may sound complicated, it’s actually simpler than you may think. It’s really about innovating with what you have on hand to match whatever taste profile you’re craving. And if dairy isn’t your thing, you can swap it for some coconut cream or puréed avocados, which provide an even smoother texture than milk-based options, says Moore. The possibilities for flavors and combinations are pretty much endless: Find yourself gravitating toward cherry pie or blueberry cobbler once the temperatures start heating up? Make an ice cream inspired by those pastries by folding in some seasonal fruit.

Making your own ice cream can be fun and satisfying, especially in the summer, Marisa Moore, RDN, LD, tells SELF. That’s when homemade ice cream can come in clutch. And despite the array of flavors, you still might not find the perfect tub you’re looking for. Ice cream is a summer staple for a reason, but let’s be real: Sometimes a walk through the freezer aisle can be overwhelming.
