Galaxy Ice Cream (No Churn)
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This dreamy no-churn Galaxy Ice Cream looks like scoops of outer space, with swirls of vibrant colors and galaxy sprinkles. It’s a fun dessert that’s perfect for birthdays, space parties, or just a cool and refreshing summer treat.
Galaxy Ice Cream Recipe
Your kids will seriously go nuts for this crazy delicious Galaxy Ice Cream! It’s colorful and fun and perfect for parties or a unique treat. You can even swap the black for other colors and add sprinkles to make unicorn or rainbow ice cream.
The truth? It tastes amazing, but honestly, I love it even more because it’s just so pretty. There’s something about colorful food that makes dessert feel more fun. And the best part is, with a few simple ingredients, this no-churn recipe comes together in no time.
If you love making no-churn ice cream as much as I do, be sure to try my cotton candy ice cream, Oreo ice cream and this magical butterbeer ice cream too!
Why We Love This Recipe
- Easy to make: You won’t even need an ice cream maker to get that creamy texture.
- Fun and delicious: It’s a colorful and fun dessert that looks as good as it tastes.
- Party perfect: The sparkly colors make it great for birthday parties, including parties with a space or unicorn theme!
Ingredients
- Heavy whipping cream: Whipped light and fluffy to create that dreamy texture.
- Sweetened condensed milk: Adds the perfect amount of sweetness.
- Vanilla extract: Adds warm flavor and balances the sweetness.
- Strawberry frosting: Brings in a sweet, fruity flavor and softens the texture a bit.
- Gel food coloring: I used black, pink, teal, purple to get those galaxy swirls.
- Galaxy sprinkles: Added for a little sparkle and fun.
How To Make Galaxy Ice Cream
Step 1. Start by whipping the heavy cream until stiff peaks form, then add sweetened condensed milk.
Step 2. Add vanilla extract and mix well.
Step 3. Divide the mixture into four separate bowls. Stir the strawberry frosting into one of them.
Step 4. Stir a few extra drops of pink food coloring to the bowl with the frosting. I like to get it started with a toothpick or skewer, then use a spoon to mix it until the color is completely blended.
Step 5. Now do the same with the remaining colors, adding black, purple and teal to the remaining bowls.
Step 6. Add spoonfuls of the ice cream mixture to a loaf pan or casserole dish. I’ve used both but the casserole dish definitely looks prettier!
Step 7. Keep adding the mixture, spoonful by spoonful, until you’ve filled the pan.
Step 8. Swirl the colors together, being careful not to overswirl (is that even a word?). The colors will blend together more as the ice cream freezes.
Step 9. Top with sprinkles for the finishing touch.
Step 10. Freeze for at least six hours but overnight for best results. Once it’s set, just serve and enjoy!
Storage Instructions
Your no churn ice cream will last just as long as regular ice cream. Your main concern over time will be freezer burn. Be sure to wrap it well, pressing the plastic wrap down so it comes in contact with the top if the ice cream.
Variations And Add-ins
This is such a fun recipe because you can swap the colors or add-in other ingredients. Here are some of my favorites.
- Marshmallows: Fold in mini marshmallows for a chewy galaxy texture.
- Frosting: Try cream cheese or lemon frosting for a tangier twist.
- Fruit: Mix in chopped freeze-dried strawberries or raspberries for extra color and texture.
- Cookies: Layer the mixture with crushed Oreos cookies for a little chocolaty crunch.
- Colors: Have fun and swap the food coloring to make it any combination of colors you prefer. If making this for a unicorn party, I might swap the black for a lighter color.
Tips And Tricks
This recipe is so easy that you really can’t mess things up. But here are a few tips that’ll help it turn out perfect every time.
- Because of the frosting, this ice cream is a little softer than usual. We love the extra strawberry flavor but you can leave out the frosting if you prefer.
- The black ice cream can get a little lost among the other colors. If you want it to stand out more, just use a larger portion of the ice cream mix with the black food coloring.
- Use a long skewer or butter knife to gently swirl. Be sure you don’t overmix or the colors will look muddy.
- Tap the loaf pan on the counter a few times to smooth out the top before freezing.
FAQs
You could in a pinch but gel works best for bold, vibrant color. Liquid coloring can water down the mix and fade when frozen.
A loaf pan or casserole dish works great, but any freezer-safe container with a lid will do.
Galaxy Ice Cream
Equipment
Ingredients
- 4 cups heavy whipping cream
- 28 ounces sweetened condensed milk 2 cans
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 8 ounces strawberry frosting
- Food coloring gel – black, pink, teal and purple
- Galaxy sprinkles
Instructions
- Start by whipping the heavy cream until stiff peaks form, then add sweetened condensed milk.4 cups heavy whipping cream, 28 ounces sweetened condensed milk
- Add vanilla extract and mix well.1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- Divide the mixture into four separate bowls. Stir the strawberry frosting into one of them.8 ounces strawberry frosting
- Stir a few extra drops of pink food coloring to the bowl with the frosting. I like to get it started with a toothpick or skewer, then use a spoon to mix it until the color is completely blended.Food coloring gel – black, pink, teal and purple
- Now do the same with the remaining colors, adding black, purple and teal to the remaining bowls.Food coloring gel – black, pink, teal and purple
- Add spoonfuls of the ice cream mixture to a loaf pan or casserole dish. I’ve used both but the casserole dish definitely looks prettier!
- Keep adding the mixture, spoonful by spoonful, until you’ve filled the pan.
- Swirl the colors together, being careful not to overswirl (is that even a word?). The colors will blend together more as the ice cream freezes.
- Top with sprinkles for the finishing touch.Galaxy sprinkles
- Freeze for at least six hours but overnight for best results. Once it’s set, just serve and enjoy!
Notes
- Because of the frosting, this ice cream is a little softer than usual. We love it that way but you can leave out the frosting if you like (though the frosting does give the ice cream a delicious strawberry flavor).
- The black ice cream can get a little lost among the other colors. If you want it to stand out more, just use a larger portion of the ice cream mix with the black food coloring.
- Use a long skewer or butter knife to gently swirl. Do not overmix or the colors will look muddy.
- Tap the loaf pan on the counter a few times to smooth out the top before freezing.
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Lisa O’Driscoll is a lifestyle and parenting expert, cookbook author, and the creative force behind Fun Money Mom, a popular blog she’s run since 2014. She’s the author of the children’s cookbook Roll It, Slice It, Mash It, Dice It, designed to get kids excited about cooking. With multiple TV appearances under her belt, she loves sharing her expertise on family-friendly recipes, creative DIYs, and party planning and is always on a mission to inspire and entertain!
