Mad Scientist Ice Cream in a Bag
Unleash your inner scientist with this fun and interactive recipe for Mad Scientist Ice Cream in a Bag! Perfect for kids and adults alike, this no-churn dessert transforms simple ingredients—like heavy cream, whole milk, and vanilla extract—into creamy, homemade ice cream in just 10 minutes. Using an easy ice-and-salt reaction in resealable bags, this recipe combines science and sweetness in a way that’s both educational and delicious. No fancy equipment is required—just a little elbow grease to shake the bags into a frosty treat. This DIY ice cream is ideal for family activities, science experiments, or impromptu dessert cravings. Serve straight from the bag or scoop into bowls for a quirky, homemade delight! Keywords: homemade ice cream, ice cream in a bag, fun recipe for kids, no-churn dessert, Mad Scientist Ice Cream.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 0.5 cup Whole milk
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.5 cup Salt
- 4 cups Ice cubes
- 1 Quart-sized resealable plastic bag
- 1 Gallon-sized resealable plastic bag
Instructions
In the quart-sized resealable plastic bag, combine the heavy cream, whole milk, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract. Seal the bag tightly, making sure to remove as much air as possible.
Fill the gallon-sized resealable bag halfway with ice cubes, then add the salt. This will create a freezing environment.
Place the sealed quart-sized bag containing the ice cream mixture inside the larger bag filled with ice and salt. Seal the gallon-sized bag well.
Shake the bag vigorously for 7-10 minutes, or until the ice cream mixture thickens to your desired consistency. Wear gloves or wrap the bag in a towel to protect your hands from the cold.
Carefully remove the quart-sized bag from the larger bag. Wipe off any salt before opening it to prevent contamination.
Scoop the ice cream out into bowls or eat directly from the bag with a spoon. Enjoy your homemade 'Mad Scientist Ice Cream'!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
495 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 41.9 g | 54% | |
| Saturated Fat | 25.1 g | 126% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 126 mg | 42% | |
| Sodium | 23161 mg | 1007% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 16.0 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.0 g | ||
| Protein | 2.3 g | 5% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 69 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 0.0 mg | 0% | |
| Potassium | 81 mg | 2% | |
*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.
