Circus Animal Cookie Ice Cream
This Circus Animal Cookie Ice Cream is a fun and creamy no-churn dessert packed with crunchy frosted cookies and nostalgic flavor. Perfect for summer parties or easy homemade treats, this colorful ice cream recipe requires no machine and comes together with just a few simple ingredients.
Ingredients
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream cold
- 1 can 14 oz sweetened condensed milk
- 1½ cups circus animal cookies roughly chopped
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon almond extract optional
- Pinch of salt
- Extra cookies for topping, optional
- Sprinkles optional
Instructions
- Chill mixing bowl and beaters before starting.
- Line a loaf pan with parchment paper if desired.
- Chop circus animal cookies into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large bowl, whip heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
- In a separate bowl, mix sweetened condensed milk, vanilla extract, almond extract, and salt.
- Gently fold whipped cream into the condensed milk mixture until smooth (do not overmix).
- Fold in chopped cookies evenly.
- Pour mixture into prepared pan and smooth the top.
- Sprinkle extra cookies or sprinkles on top if desired.
- Cover and freeze for 6–8 hours or overnight until firm.
- Let sit at room temperature for 5 minutes before scooping and serving.
Notes
- Do not overmix to keep the texture light and creamy.
- Use cold cream for best whipping results.
- Keep cookie chunks slightly large for better texture.
- Store tightly covered to prevent ice crystals.