Cookies and Cream Ice Cream Recipe

Easy no churn cookies and cream ice cream recipe! This homemade cookies and cream ice cream recipe uses 4 simple ingredients and it's super creamy and dreamy.

There's no ice cream maker required to make this cookies and cream ice cream recipe, but you can use one if you like.

This cookies and cream ice cream recipe is nut-free and we provide a gluten free option below.

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Why you're going to love this cookies and cream ice cream recipe

If you've ever been intimidated to make ice cream from scratch, don't be, you're going to love this homemade cookies and cream ice cream recipe.

This cookies and cream ice cream recipe uses a few simple ingredients, it's smooth and creamy, and you can make it exactly the way you want it (with more or less cookies to taste).

No more expensive store-bought ice creams and no more hard or icy tubs of ice cream.

And the best part is, you don't need an ice cream maker to make this cookies and cream ice cream recipe. Anyone can make it - it's that simple.

Cookies and Cream Ice Cream Ingredients

Heavy Whipping Cream - This is the base of our ice cream, and what makes ice cream creamy! 

Sweetened Condensed Milk - This addition adds bulk, sweetness, and creates the perfect texture for no-churn ice cream. 

Vanilla Extract - Use the best quality pure vanilla extract you can afford. Since this recipe isn't cooked, the vanilla flavor will really shine.

Salt - Balances out the sweetness.

Crushed Cookies - You can use a cream filled cookie like Oreos or your favorite chocolate cookie.

If you have any questions about the ingredients in this cookies and cream ice cream recipe, please leave a comment below.

How to make no churn cookies and cream ice cream

1. Line a 9x5 loaf pan with parchment paper. Place it in the freezer.
2. Combine sweetened condensed milk, vanilla bean paste (or extract), and salt in a large mixing bowl.
3. In a separate mixing bowl, beat heavy whipping cream on medium high speed until stiff peaks form, similar to making whipped cream.
4. Gently fold the whipped cream into the sweetened condensed milk.
5. Fold in the crushed cookies.
6. Pour the cookies and cream ice cream mixture into the chilled pan, cover with plastic wrap and freeze at least 6 hours or overnight.
7. Serve in a cone or a bowl and enjoy!

These numbered steps match the numbered photos above and are for illustration purposes only. Please see the printable recipe card for this cookies and cream ice cream recipe below.

Homemade Cookies and Cream Ice Cream

Gluten Free Option: If you're gluten free or you need a gluten free option you can use crushed gluten free chocolate cookies or gluten free Oreos to make this homemade cookies and cream ice cream.

How to store Homemade Cookies and Cream Ice Cream

Store this cookies and cream ice cream in the freezer in an airtight container (we really like these reusable ice cream containers) with a piece of parchment paper or wax paper pressed on top for up to on month.

Tips for making this Homemade Cookies and Cream Ice Cream Recipe

Use quality ingredients – When making homemade ice cream, you’ll want to make sure you are using high quality ingredients for the best outcome.

Chill out – If possible, always start with chilled ingredients. This is important for homemade no-churn ice cream recipes and ice cream maker recipes.

Don’t skimp on the fat – High fat milks and creams are essential when making homemade ice cream. Opting for a low-fat option often leads to icy ice creams and inconsistency in the texture.

Don’t go crazy with the add-ins – If you’re adding in additional ingredients, pick one or two and make sure they are chopped into pieces no larger than a blueberry or pea.

Don’t skimp on the sugar – Sugar not only adds sweetness to homemade ice creams, it also helps with the texture. Sugar is essential for the creamy texture in ice cream.

How to make Cookies and Cream Ice Cream in an Ice Cream Maker

To make this cookies and cream ice cream recipe in an ice cream maker, follow the manufacturer’s directions. This homemade cookies and cream ice cream works well in most ice cream makers. Hand crank, electric crank, freezer bowl, and ice cream compressor.

More Homemade Ice Cream Recipes:

• Pineapple Ice Cream
• Cherry Vanilla Ice Cream
• No Churn Vanilla Ice Cream

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Here are some of our favorite things for making no-churn ice creams:

• Glass Mixing Bowls - We love using these glass mixing bowls, but you can use what you like.
• Loaf Pan - You can use any 9 x 13 loaf pan or a shallow pan, but we like this one.
• Ice Cream Scoop - Make sure you have a good ice cream scoop. This is one of our favorites.
• Ice Cream Bowls - You can use any bowl, but we think these are fun.
• Ice Cream Containers - We love keeping a couple of ice cream containers on hand for when we make homemade ice cream.

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