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Mermaid Ice Cream

Dreamy Mermaid Ice Cream to Make Your Summer Sparkle

Indulge in this vibrant Mermaid Ice Cream, a no-churn dessert perfect for summer fun and creativity!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Freezing Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 8 scoops
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

Base
  • 2 cups heavy cream Whip until stiff peaks form for a fluffy texture.
  • 1 can sweetened condensed milk Adds a rich sweetness; substitute with coconut milk for a dairy-free version.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Enhances flavor; try coconut or almond for a twist if desired.
Colors
  • as needed gel food coloring Use to create vibrant pastel swirls; gel is better for saturation.
  • as needed edible glitter/sprinkles Adds a magical touch; optional but highly recommended for visual appeal.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • hand mixer
  • Loaf pan

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a large mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream on medium speed until stiff peaks form, about 3-5 minutes.
  2. In a separate bowl, mix the condensed milk with the vanilla extract until fully blended.
  3. Gently fold the whipped cream into the sweetened condensed milk mixture until just combined.
  4. Divide the mixture into three bowls and add different drops of gel food coloring to each bowl.
  5. Layer the colored mixtures into a loaf pan, creating a marbled effect with a knife or skewer.
  6. Sprinkle edible glitter or sprinkles on top before freezing.
  7. Cover and freeze for at least 6 hours until firm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1scoopCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 60mgPotassium: 100mgSugar: 25gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 80mgIron: 0.1mg

Notes

Chill your mixing tools before whipping cream. Use gel food coloring for better saturation. Be gentle while folding to maintain texture.

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