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Several scoops of creamy homemade Christmas cookie ice cream arranged beautifully in a glass dish, ready to be served as a holiday dessert.

Christmas Cookie Ice Cream (The Only Festive Recipe You'll Need!)

This easy no-churn Christmas Cookie Ice Cream is the ultimate holiday dessert! A creamy vanilla base packed with chunks of your favorite Christmas cookies and festive sprinkles. The perfect festive treat for the whole family.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups heavy whipping cream chilled
  • 14 oz sweetened condensed milk one can
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/8 tsp salt
  • 1.5 cups assorted Christmas cookies crushed into bite-sized pieces
  • 1/4 cup festive sprinkles

Equipment

  • 1 Electric Mixer
  • 1 Loaf pan (9x5 inch) Or other freezer-safe container

Method
 

  1. In a small bowl, combine your crushed Christmas cookies and festive sprinkles. Set aside.
  2. In a large, chilled bowl, use an electric mixer to whip the cold heavy cream on high speed until stiff peaks form.
  3. In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the sweetened condensed milk, vanilla extract, and salt. Gently fold about 1 cup of the whipped cream into this mixture to lighten it. Then, pour this into the main bowl of whipped cream and fold gently until just combined, being careful not to deflate the cream.
  4. Pour one-third of the ice cream base into a 9x5 inch loaf pan. Sprinkle with one-third of the cookie and sprinkle mixture. Repeat these layers two more times, ending with cookies and sprinkles on top.
  5. Cover the pan tightly with plastic wrap, pressing it down to touch the surface of the ice cream. Freeze for a minimum of 6 hours, or overnight, until firm.

Notes

Tip 1: For the creamiest texture, make sure all your equipment (bowl, beaters) and ingredients are as cold as possible.
Tip 2: Feel free to use any of your favorite Christmas cookies, such as sugar cookies, gingerbread, or shortbread.
Tip 3: Store leftovers in an airtight container with plastic wrap pressed against the surface for up to 2 weeks.