Wait until you try this easy caramel ice cream you can make without an ice cream maker! If you love ice cream and you want an easy homemade ice cream recipe, it doesn’t get any easier than this no-churn caramel ice cream.
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It is HOT outside, and I am excited to make homemade ice cream.
If you love ice cream as much as our family, you will want to check out my Gluten Free Ice Cream recipes, which includes many recipes for ice cream and gluten free cones.
This easy vegetarian gluten free ice cream recipe is perfect for a crowd or an ice cream bar. I plan to make a few flavors for our next pool party. This easy ice cream recipe is SO much better than store-bought ice cream.
Why I love this caramel ice cream:
- This creamy ice cream is cold, refreshing, and perfect for a hot summer! This no-churn ice cream recipe is the easiest way to make ice cream from scratch!!
- I couldn’t believe how many comments I received from readers who didn’t know how easy it is to make ice cream from scratch.
- Add some flaked sea salt to make homemade salted caramel ice cream.
- All you need is four simple ingredients!
Allergen Information:
- This ice cream is naturally gluten free.
- To make this ice cream dairy-free, use dairy-free caramel, dairy-free heavy cream (So Delicious makes a great one!), and chocolate chips (Enjoy Life brand.)
Ingredient Notes:
For the full list of ingredients and amounts, please go to the recipe card below.
- Heavy Whipping Cream – This is what makes the ice cream so creamy! Do not use half and half.
- Lechera Dulche Le Leche—This is caramelized condensed milk, which gives this ice cream its rich caramel flavor and sweetness.
- Vanilla Extract – Use pure vanilla extract. It adds a richer vanilla flavor!
- Chocolate Chips – You can use any chips, including milk chocolate, bittersweet, or dark chocolate chips.
Check out how to make a homemade, no-bake gluten free waffle cone. All you need are frozen gluten free waffles!
Step-By-Step Photos and Directions:
Step 1: Add the heavy whipping cream, Lechera, and vanilla to a Vitamix or high-speed blender. Blend until the mixture is thick and creamy, about 30-45 seconds.
Step 2: Pour the mixture into a freezer-safe ice cream container. I used a bread loaf tin to freeze this ice cream. You can also use plastic containers. (Don’t use glass!!) Sprinkle the chocolate chips on top of the no-churn ice cream mixture
Step 3: Cover the container with plastic wrap. Place it in the freezer and let it freeze for 3-4 hours until solid.
Use an ice cream scoop to serve the caramel ice cream in a cone or bowl…it tastes great both ways! You can also use this ice cream to make Gluten Free Ice Cream Sandwiches.
Frequently Asked Questions:
You can use caramel if you can’t find La Lachera Dulce le Leche in your local grocery store. Just be sure to read the ingredients label to ensure it is gluten free.
Typically, no-churn ice cream is not made in an ice cream maker. I have not tested this recipe in an ice cream maker.
This ice cream will keep fresh for up to 14 days in the freezer. If you have an air-tight container, it will last up to a month.
Make this ice cream into an Affogato Al Caffe! It is a great “perk me up” for dessert coffee. If you love matcha, this Matcha Ice Cream is also really good.
More Gluten-Free Frozen Desserts:
- This creamy Earl Grey Ice Cream is full of flavor.
- Make Gluten-Free Ice Cream Sandwiches with this ice cream!
- No Churn Lemon Curd Ice Cream is so easy to make!
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No-Churn Caramel Chip Ice Cream
Ingredients
- 4 cups heavy whipping cream * see note
- 14 ounces La Lachera Dulce le Leche
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract * see note
- ½ cup chocolate chips
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Instructions
- Add the heavy whipping cream, La Lachera, and vanilla to a Vitamix or high-speed blender.
- Blend the no-churn ice cream mixture for 45-60 seconds until the mixture is thick and creamy.
- Pour the mixture into a freezer-safe container.
- Top the ice cream with chocolate chips. Cover the container or loaf pan with plastic wrap.
- Put the container into the freezer for 3-4 hours.
- Scoop into a cone or bowl and enjoy 🙂
Notes
- You can make this no-churn ice cream in a Vitamix or high-powered blender.
- To make this dairy-free, use a dairy-free caramel, dairy-free heavy cream like So Delicious brand, and dairy-free chips.
- Vanilla – Try to find alcohol-free. Trader Joe’s has it. You can also use vanilla paste or regular vanilla extract.
- This ice cream will keep fresh for up to 14 days in the freezer.
SPECIAL NOTE
Please know that every gluten free flour blend has a different starch to grain ratio. If you use a blend I didn’t test, you may need to adjust your moisture levels in your baked goods.
Nutrition
Nutrition Disclaimer
Nutritional information is an estimate provided to you as a courtesy. You should calculate the actual nutritional information with the products and brands you are using with your preferred nutritional calculator.
This post was updated from an old May 2019 post with more information.
I am dairy free & wanted to know if you though canned coconut milk or dairy free cream by Silk could work? Thank you
Hi Elise, I haven’t used canned coconut milk in this exact recipe, but I have in another no-churn ice cream recipe. You need to use coconut cream and make sure the can is VERY cold in order for it to whip. I haven’t used the silk cream yet.
I NEED IT DAIRY FREE SO WHAT WOULD I USE INPLACE OF THE WHIPPING CREAM???
Hi Carole, I am going to test this out with coconut milk, but it wouldn’t be caramel since the caramel I am using has dairy. Stay tuned and I will create something dairy free and delicious. Do you have any requests? I am thinking fresh fruit of some sort….