This Pioneer Woman Mermaid Ice Cream Recipe is a vibrant and creamy recipe, which is made with heavy cream and sweetened condensed milk. It’s a no-fuss take on the classic, ready in about 6 hours.

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Pioneer Woman Mermaid Ice Cream Recipe Ingredients

2 1/2 cups heavy cream, very cold
1/4 cup powdered sugar
1 tbsp clear vanilla extract
1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk, cold
1/4 tsp each of neon blue, purple, and pink food gel
Assorted sprinkles and pearls (optional)

How To Make Pioneer Woman Mermaid Ice Cream Recipe

Prep and Chill: Place a standard loaf pan in the freezer to chill for at least 15 minutes.
Whip the Cream: In a large, chilled bowl, use an electric mixer to whip the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract on high speed until stiff peaks form.
Combine the Base: Gently fold the cold sweetened condensed milk into the whipped cream until just combined. Be careful not to deflate the whipped cream.
Color the Ice Cream: Divide the ice cream base evenly among three bowls. Add the blue food gel to one bowl, the purple to another, and the pink to the third. Stir each bowl gently until the color is uniform.
Layer and Swirl: Spoon dollops of the different colored ice cream bases into the chilled loaf pan, alternating colors. Use a knife or skewer to gently swirl the colors together once or twice.
Freeze: Top with sprinkles and pearls, if using. Cover the pan tightly and freeze for at least 5-6 hours, or overnight, until firm.

Recipe Tips

How do I get the most vibrant colors? For bright, beautiful colors that don’t water down the ice cream, it’s best to use high-quality gel food coloring instead of liquid food coloring.
How do I prevent ice crystals from forming? To keep the ice cream creamy, press a piece of plastic wrap or parchment paper directly onto the surface of the ice cream before covering the pan. This prevents ice crystals from forming on top.
How do I know when the ice cream is ready? The ice cream should be completely firm to the touch. It’s best to let it freeze overnight to ensure it’s fully set and easy to scoop.
Can I use different colors? Of course! Feel free to use any combination of colors you like to create your own unique magical ice cream.

What To Serve With Mermaid Ice Cream

This fun and colorful ice cream is perfect for:

Serving in waffle cones or sugar cones
A magical birthday party treat
Topping with extra sprinkles, edible glitter, or whipped cream

How To Store Mermaid Ice Cream

Freeze: Store the ice cream in an airtight container in the freezer, with plastic wrap pressed directly to the surface. It will keep for up to 2 weeks for the best texture.

Mermaid Ice Cream Nutrition Facts

Calories: 588 kcal
Protein: 8g
Fat: 35g
Carbohydrates: 60g
Sodium: 150mg

Nutrition information is estimated and may vary based on ingredients and cooking methods used.

FAQs

What does “no-churn” ice cream mean?

No-churn means you don’t need a special ice cream maker to make it. The creamy texture comes from the combination of whipped heavy cream and sweetened condensed milk, which freezes well without needing to be churned.

Why do the ingredients need to be cold?

Using very cold heavy cream helps it whip up to stiff peaks much faster and creates a more stable base. Cold sweetened condensed milk incorporates more easily without deflating the whipped cream.

Can I add mix-ins?

Yes! You could gently fold in things like white chocolate chips, marshmallows, or different kinds of sprinkles into the ice cream base before freezing.

Pioneer Woman Mermaid Ice Cream Recipe

Recipe by Marry ThompsonCourse: DessertCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy

Servings

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Prep time

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Cooking timeminutes

Calories

588

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A magical, no-churn Mermaid Ice Cream featuring vibrant swirls of color, a creamy vanilla flavor, and festive sprinkles.

Ingredients

2 1/2 cups heavy cream, cold
1/4 cup powdered sugar
1 tbsp clear vanilla extract
1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk, cold
1/4 tsp each of neon blue, purple, and pink food gel
Assorted sprinkles and pearls (optional)

Directions

Place a loaf pan in the freezer to chill.
In a large bowl, whip the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla until stiff peaks form.
Gently fold in the sweetened condensed milk.
Divide the mixture into three separate bowls and tint each with a different food gel color.
Spoon dollops of the colored ice cream base into the chilled loaf pan and swirl gently with a knife.
Top with sprinkles, cover tightly, and freeze for at least 6 hours or overnight until firm.

Notes

Use Gel Color: For the most vibrant results without adding excess liquid, use gel food coloring.
Freeze Completely: Ensure the ice cream is fully frozen before scooping and serving for the best texture.
Prevent Ice Crystals: Store the ice cream with a piece of plastic wrap pressed directly onto its surface to keep it creamy.
Get Creative: Have fun with the colors and sprinkles to create your own magical mermaid creation!