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Mason Jar Ice Cream

Forget the ice cream maker, use a simple mason jar to make amazing ice cream.
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Course: Dessert
Keyword: ice cream, mason jar
Prep Time: 2 minutes
Freeze time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 2 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1/2 mason jar thickened cream
  • 1 Tbsp sugar If using a large jar double this amount.
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla If using a large jar double this amount.

Instructions

  • Add all ingredients to a mason jar and close lid.
  • Shake the jar for about 3-5 minutes until you no longer hear the cream shaking. This time will vary depending on how hard you shake.
  • Once the cream has thickened, wrap with a wet paper towel and freeze for about an hour until hard.

Notes

You can get really creative with your flavours. Add 1 tablespoon of cocoa to make chocolate ice cream. Add half a teaspoon of peppermint essence, a few drops of green colouring and chocolate to make mint choc chip ice cream. Get creative and add your favourite flavour!