Indulge in this rich, creamy and delicious coffee ice cream - no ice cream maker required! The robust flavor of coffee and the creamy texture of this easy Coffee Ice Cream Recipe combine to create a frozen treat that is SERIOUSLY irresistible.
This is one of my absolute favorite recipes for coffee ice cream. If there's one thing I know, it's coffee! If you are a coffee lover like I am, you are going to fall in love with this recipe. The bold but sweet coffee flavor paired with the velvety smooth texture is truly out of this world. You won't miss the ice cream maker, I promise!
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Why you'll love this recipe
- Use this homemade coffee ice cream as an excuse for a pick-me-up any time of the day!
- This is the creamiest and most flavorful coffee ice cream - you won't believe that no ice cream maker is needed to make it.
- Only a few ingredients needed and its comes together in minutes - then it's time to freeze!
Ingredients
- Heavy cream
- Sweetened condensed milk
- Instant coffee or espresso: Use your favorite blend of coffee for the best flavor!
- Cold water
- Vanilla extract
See recipe card below for a full list of ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions.
Substitutions & Variations
- Mix-ins: Consider adding chopped chocolate, chocolate chips, candies, crushed cookies, or even swirl in some chocolate or caramel sauce.
- Toppings: Get creative with toppings like whipped cream, hot fudge, caramel, sprinkles, etc.
- Cake: Use this ice cream to make a coffee ice cream cake!
- Affogato coffee: Ice cream in coffee? Count me in! Serve a scoop of coffee ice cream in a glass and pour a shot of hot espresso over it.
- ADULT version: Add a few tablespoons of coffee liqueur or Bailey's to the ice cream for a fun twist!
How to make no-churn coffee ice cream
- Beat heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
- Dissolve instant coffee granules in cold water and stir into heavy cream mixture along with sweetened condensed milk and vanilla extract.
- Pour ice cream mixture into an airtight container and freeze for 6 hours or overnight.
Jessica's Tips
- Be sure the the heavy cream is very cold. This ensures that it will whip to stiff peaks easily.
- Run your ice cream scoop under hot water before scooping the frozen ice cream.
- Scoop it as soon as it comes out of the freezer for the best texture. Like all no-churn ice cream recipes, the texture will start to melt and soften quickly.
Recipe FAQ
The main difference between the two is that no-churn ice cream does not involve any cooking, no ice cream maker or eggs. Most no-churn recipes call for the addition of sweetened condensed milk instead of granulated sugar.
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📋 Recipe
No-Churn Coffee Ice Cream
Ingredients
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 14 oz sweetened condensed milk
- 5 teaspoon instant coffee or espresso
- 2 ½ teaspoon cold water
- 2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a large bowl, beat heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
- Dissolve instant coffee granules in cold water and stir into heavy cream mixture along with sweetened condensed milk and vanilla extract.
- Pour coffee ice cream mixture into an freezer-safe airtight container and freeze for 6 hours or overnight.
Notes
Nutrition
The provided nutritional information is an estimate per serving. Accuracy is not guaranteed.
Dana Kirkmeyer says
I make lots of no churn ice cream, and the coffee flavor is one of my favorites. I've even added mini chocolate chips to it, and it satisfied my husband's craving for something crunchy with the ice cream. Personally I like it just with the coffee taste. Other flavors my husband and I like are Maple Nut, Chocolate, Caramel, Cinnamon, and a Chocolate Caramel blend. All very good.
peggy says
I wrote in before, this is very creamy but since there is such a small amount of coffee in it tastes more like vanilla. I found I need 8 tsp to make it coffee ice cream and that is a minimum. That is how I will make it from now on. Why don't you change the recipe??????????
Jessica says
Sorry Peggy but I've never received another comment from you about your issue. I make this ice cream all the time and 5 tsp is just enough coffee flavor for my taste buds. Adding more instant coffee is personal preference and since everyone's taste buds are different, maybe you just like a stronger tasting coffee ice cream. With that said, please feel free to alter the coffee amount as much as you feel is sufficient enough for your taste but the recipe is going to stay as is because that is how we enjoy it. I'm happy you liked the recipe though after your changes!
Erika says
If you nix the vanilla and use 2 tsp of Khalua instead the coffee flavor is much more pronounced!
Jessica says
Sounds amazing!!
Del davies says
Hi there,
I make a coffee ice cream but in place of water I use brandy in which I dissolve
The coffee. .....no vanilla though. I call mine Irish coffee ice cream. Am happy to give yr recipe a whirl for dinner guests who don't do alcohol in any form......thnx fr that.
Our summer is almost over here in S.africa so must make yr recipe before the temps drop.
Cheers fr now.
Mastar Mandoyi says
Good response Jessica, we always play around with recipes but that does not necessarily mean the original recipe must change. Your recipe sounds great and I will give it a try.
marie says
Instead of the powdered instant coffee, could I use regular coffee grounds that are reduced to a powder via a food processor? Would that work?
Jessica says
No, that would not work you'll need instant coffee
Sandi says
I know that this recipe is a no-churn, but will it still turn out if I use my Cuisinart ice cream maker?
Marliese says
This is absolutely delicious. My husband and I tried it after 5 or 6 hours and it was good, but tasted more like a mousse. However, the next day, WOW, ICE CREAM! This is a great recipe. Thanks for posting it.
Jessica says
Yes! It is definitely better when it has more time to set up. I'm glad you and your husband enjoyed it, Marliese!
swee yen says
Thanks jessica. I will try to find it
swee yen says
i live in Malaysia.
Jessica says
I did a little bit of research and I found a thread that says you have whipping cream in Malaysia. Is that true? If so, whipping cream is basically the same thing as heavy cream with the difference being it has a higher fat content but will work exactly the same, I use it all the time! If you don't have it there, let me know and I can find another replacement.
ho swee yen says
can corn starch replace heavy cream? because i can't get heavy cream here, if can ,is it using the same method? thanks
Jessica says
I'm not sure where you live, but in the U.S corn starch is a powder and definitely can not replace heavy cream. If you let me know where you are located, I can figure out the best replacement for you!
silvia says
I make vanilla ice cream with condensed milk and cream all the time and I mix them together and THEN beat it. What do you think the difference would be? Thanks 🙂
rivkah bergman says
what happened to the sugar in this coffee ice cream recipe?
Jessica says
The ice cream is sweetened with sweetened condensed milk and a little bit of vanilla so it doesn't need added sugar.
Tiffany Days says
This is true I made two different ice creams & no sugar was required the condensed milk is sweet enough take a taste before you pour it i the heavy cream. You're right Jessica.
Tiffany Days says
Just taste the condensed milk before you pour into the heavy cream believe me it's plenty sweet enough the sugar won't be needed.
Julie says
I am curious how much this makes and if you can double or triple recipe
Jessica says
This recipe makes about one quart - enough to fill a 9x5" loaf pan. And yes, you can definitely double or triple the recipe as needed!
Paula says
Do you mix the coffee in warm? Or let it cool a bit?
Jessica says
Hi Paula, the coffee that is used in this recipe is instant coffee. It is a powder, not a liquid. You can find it in the isle with the coffee. Hope this helps! 🙂
Gena says
Can you sub fruit for the coffee and if so how much?
Jessica says
No, you cannot.
You're wrong says
This is horse shit yes you can it's literally just frozen heavy cream and milk with instant coffee, take out the instant coffee and you could put anything in it and freeze it. It's not rocket science this woman is a moron.
WWhhoooaaahhhCalmDown says
That is the biggest overreaction I've probably ever seen. Lol, who gets that mad about not putting fruit in ice cream????? You're not a moron, coffee isn't the same as fruit, and hey being nice isn't rocket science either!