Marry This Pioneer Woman No-Churn Ice Cream Bowls recipe is an easy and creamy recipe, which is made with sweetened condensed milk and waffle cone bowls. It’s the perfect summer dessert, ready in about 10 minutes plus freezing time.
Jump to RecipePioneer Woman No-Churn Ice Cream Bowls Recipe Ingredients
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- 2 teaspoons coconut oil
- 4 waffle cone bowls
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 tablespoon vanilla bean paste
- 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 36 maraschino cherries
- 1/2 cup dark chocolate syrup
- Canned whipped cream, for topping
- Red sprinkles, for topping
How To Make Pioneer Woman No-Churn Ice Cream Bowls
- Prepare the waffle bowls: Combine the chocolate chips and coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat in 15-second intervals, stirring in between, until smooth. Pour a few tablespoons of the melted chocolate into a waffle cone bowl and tilt and spin it to coat the entire inside. Repeat for the remaining bowls, then place them in the freezer to chill and set.
- Make the ice cream base: In a large, chilled bowl, use an electric mixer to whip the heavy cream and vanilla bean paste until stiff peaks form.
- Combine the ice cream: Gently fold the sweetened condensed milk into the whipped cream with a spatula until it is just combined. Be careful not to deflate the whipped cream.
- Layer the bowls: Divide half of the ice cream mixture between the chilled, chocolate-coated waffle bowls. Add 3 maraschino cherries to each bowl and drizzle with 1 tablespoon of chocolate syrup.
- Finish layering and freeze: Top with the remaining ice cream mixture. Add 5 more cherries to each bowl and another drizzle of chocolate syrup. Place the bowls in the freezer for at least 2 hours, or until the ice cream is firm.
- Garnish and serve: Just before serving, top each bowl with a generous amount of whipped cream, a sprinkle of red sprinkles, and a final cherry.
Recipe Tips
- How do I keep the waffle bowls from getting soggy? Coating the inside of the waffle bowls with a layer of melted chocolate is the secret. The hardened chocolate creates a waterproof barrier that prevents the ice cream from making the bowls soft.
- How do I get a light and fluffy ice cream? The key is to whip the heavy cream until it forms stiff peaks. This incorporates a lot of air. Then, when you add the sweetened condensed milk, fold it in gently with a spatula, not a whisk, to keep the mixture as light and airy as possible.
- Why do I need to cool the chocolate-coated bowls first? Chilling the bowls in the freezer until the chocolate is hard prevents the ice cream mixture from melting the chocolate layer when you add it.
- Can I make this ahead of time? Yes, this is a perfect make-ahead dessert. You can prepare the bowls and leave them in the freezer for up to a week. Just add the final whipped cream and sprinkle toppings right before serving.
What To Serve With No-Churn Ice Cream Bowls
These are a complete dessert sundae in an edible bowl! They are perfect on their own, but you could also add:
- Chopped nuts, like peanuts or almonds
- A drizzle of caramel or butterscotch sauce
- Crumbled cookies or brownies
How To Store No-Churn Ice Cream Bowls
Freeze: Store the finished ice cream bowls in the freezer. You can cover each one with plastic wrap to keep them fresh for up to a week. It’s best to add the final whipped cream topping just before serving.
No-Churn Ice Cream Bowls Nutrition Facts
- Calories: 794 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 95g
- Protein: 9g
- Fat: 45g
- Saturated Fat: 28g
- Sodium: 250mg
Nutrition information is estimated per serving and may vary based on ingredients and cooking methods used.
FAQs
What is vanilla bean paste?
Vanilla bean paste is a thick, syrupy mixture that contains real vanilla bean seeds. It provides a much more intense and visually appealing vanilla flavor than standard extract. You can substitute it with an equal amount of vanilla extract if needed.
Can I use a different kind of chocolate?
Yes. You can use milk chocolate or dark chocolate chips instead of semisweet for coating the waffle bowls.
Do I need an ice cream maker for this recipe?
No, that’s the beauty of a no-churn recipe! The combination of whipped cream and sweetened condensed milk creates a creamy, scoopable ice cream texture after freezing, no special equipment required.
Try More Recipes:
- Pioneer Woman Bartlesville Cream Pie Recipe
- Pioneer Woman Mermaid Ice Cream Recipe
- Pioneer Woman Sour Cream Pancakes Recipe
Pioneer Woman No-Churn Ice Cream Bowls Recipe
Course: DessertCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy4
servings10
minutes794
kcalA fun and easy no-churn vanilla ice cream layered with cherries and chocolate syrup, all served in a chocolate-coated waffle cone bowl.
Ingredients
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips & 2 tsp coconut oil
4 waffle cone bowls
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1 tbsp vanilla bean paste
1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk
36 maraschino cherries
1/2 cup dark chocolate syrup
Whipped cream & sprinkles for topping
Directions
- Melt chocolate chips and coconut oil. Coat the inside of each waffle bowl with the melted chocolate and chill to set.
- Whip the heavy cream and vanilla bean paste to stiff peaks.
- Gently fold in the sweetened condensed milk.
- Layer half the ice cream mixture into the chilled bowls. Top with cherries and chocolate syrup.
- Add the remaining ice cream, more cherries, and more syrup.
- Freeze for at least 2 hours until firm.
- Top with whipped cream and sprinkles before serving.
Notes
- Coating the waffle bowls with chocolate is crucial to prevent them from getting soggy.
- Be gentle when folding the condensed milk into the whipped cream to keep the mixture light and airy.
- Ensure the ice cream is frozen for at least 2 hours so it’s firm enough to eat.
- This is a great make-ahead dessert; just add the final toppings before serving.
