Homemade Watermelon Ice Cream
Cool off with the ultimate summertime treat—Homemade Watermelon Ice Cream! This no-churn recipe combines the refreshing sweetness of fresh seedless watermelon with the creamy richness of whipped heavy cream and a hint of vanilla. Balanced with a splash of lemon juice for a subtle tang, this ice cream is perfectly smooth and bursting with natural fruit flavor. With just 15 minutes of prep and a handful of simple ingredients like sweetened condensed milk and optional granulated sugar for added sweetness, it's an easy-to-make dessert that’s sure to impress. After freezing to velvety perfection, this vibrant, pink-hued ice cream is the ideal way to beat the heat! Serve it in bowls, cones, or even alongside your favorite summer desserts for a refreshing twist.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Fresh watermelon (seedless)
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 1 cup Sweetened condensed milk
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar (optional, for extra sweetness)
Instructions
Cut the seedless watermelon into chunks and measure out 4 cups. Place the chunks into a blender or food processor.
Blend the watermelon until smooth. If the mixture is pulpy, strain it through a fine mesh sieve to remove solids. You should have about 3 cups of watermelon juice.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the watermelon juice, sweetened condensed milk, vanilla extract, and lemon juice. Add the granulated sugar if you desire a sweeter taste.
In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream using an electric mixer or whisk until soft peaks form.
Gently fold the whipped cream into the watermelon mixture, being careful not to deflate the cream. Mix until well combined and smooth.
Pour the mixture into a freezer-safe container with a lid. Level the surface with a spatula.
Cover the container with plastic wrap or an airtight lid and place it in the freezer. Freeze for at least 6 hours or overnight, until the ice cream is firm.
Before serving, let the ice cream sit at room temperature for 5–10 minutes to soften slightly for easier scooping. Serve in bowls or cones and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2179 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 107.7 g | 138% | |
| Saturated Fat | 64.7 g | 324% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 343 mg | 114% | |
| Sodium | 478 mg | 21% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 264.6 g | 96% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.8 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 250.2 g | ||
| Protein | 29.7 g | 59% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 927 mg | 71% | |
| Iron | 3.1 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 2215 mg | 47% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
