Our ice cream in a bag recipe makes creamy homemade ice cream without an ice cream maker. It's a great base recipe, so you can switch up the flavorings and mix in your favorite toppings.
Instructions
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Combine the ingredients
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Combine the milk, sugar, evaporated milk and vanilla extract in a small resealable bag. Press out all the air and seal the bag.
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Prepare the ice
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In a large resealable bag, combine the ice and salt. Place the sealed small bag inside the large bag. Seal the large bag, then place the large bag inside a second large resealable plastic bag. Seal that one, too. The doubled-up large bags help guard against leaks.
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Shake the bag
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Shake and knead everything until the cream mixture is thickened, five to seven minutes. If you’re making the ice cream with someone else, take turns shaking. Editor’s Tip: You’ll want to wear mittens or oven mitts—or wrap the bag in a dish towel—because the ice water gets really cold. Periodically feel the ice cream bag to see if it’s firming up. It’s also helpful to set a timer so you know exactly when the seven minutes of shaking is up.
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Serve the ice cream
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Remove the ice cream bag and dry it off quickly to avoid any saltwater drips. Use a spoon to scoop the ice cream into bowls immediately, or freeze the ice cream for later.
