Indulge in this refreshing sour cream ice cream, crafted with just four simple ingredients. Perfectly creamy and tangy, it's an ideal treat to enjoy on its own or as a delightful topping for an apple crisp. This version is effortlessly prepared using an ice cream maker, allowing you to savor its deliciousness immediately.
For a unique and intriguing flavor experience, use homemade vanilla sugar in this recipe. The sour cream adds the perfect touch of acidity, creating a tang that might make you think there's lemon in the mix.
However, the delightful, slightly lemony taste comes solely from the sour cream, making this ice cream a truly unique and exciting treat
? Ingredients
- Sour cream: Adds a zesty, lemon-like flavor that makes this ice cream uniquely tangy. (You can also make delicious cookies with sour cream!)
- Yogurt: Contributes a creamy texture and mild tanginess, balancing the overall flavor.
- Sugar: Sweetens the ice cream, enhancing its flavor without overpowering the tangy notes.
- Vanilla sugar: I highly recommend using homemade vanilla sugar to boost the vanilla intensity. Check out our recipe for homemade vanilla sugar for the best results.
See the recipe card for quantities.
? Step-by-Step
? Instructions
Step 1: Use any ice cream maker. I prefer the KitchenAid ice cream maker attachment.
Step 2: Put all ingredients in a mixing bowl and mix well with the whisk attachment.
Step 3: Ensure your ice cream maker bowl is well-frozen and place it in your KitchenAid.
Step 4: Pour in the mixture, insert the dasher, and churn for 22-25 minutes.
Step 5: Enjoy your ice cream immediately or transfer it to an ice cream container and store it in the freezer.
Step 6: Serve with fresh fruit or as a topping for a tasty apple crisp.
?️ Storage and Longevity
Store your homemade sour cream ice cream in an airtight container in the freezer. It will maintain its best quality for up to 2 weeks. For optimal texture and flavor, allow the ice cream to soften at room temperature for a few minutes before serving.
? Equipment
- Ice cream maker and stand mixer - I use KitchenAid stand mixer with a whisk attachment and an ice cream attachment for this recipe.
- Mixing bowl
- Ice cream scoop
- Spatula
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📖 Recipe
Quick Sour Cream Ice Cream
Equipment
- Kitchen machine with whisk attachment
- Ice cream container
Ingredients
- 2.5 cups Sour cream
- 1 cup Yogurt
- ¾ cup Granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoon Vanilla sugar
Instructions
- Use any ice cream maker you have on hand. I prefer the KitchenAid ice cream maker attachment.
- Combine 2.5 cups Sour cream, 1 cup Yogurt, ¾ cup Granulated sugar, and 2 teaspoon Vanilla sugar in a mixing bowl and mix well with a whisk attachment.2.5 cups Sour cream, 1 cup Yogurt, ¾ cup Granulated sugar, 2 teaspoon Vanilla sugar
- Ensure your ice cream maker bowl is well-frozen and place it in your KitchenAid.
- Pour in the mixture, insert the dasher, and churn for 22-25 minutes.
- Enjoy your ice cream immediately, or transfer it to an ice cream container and store in the freezer.
- Serve with fresh fruit or as a topping for a tasty apple crisp.
Nutrition values are estimates only, using online calculators. Please verify using your own data.
⛑️ Food Safety
- Cook to a minimum temperature of 165 °F (74 °C)
- Do not use the same utensils on cooked food, that previously touched raw meat
- Wash hands after touching raw meat
- Don't leave food sitting out at room temperature for extended periods
- Never leave cooking food unattended
- Use oils with high smoking point to avoid harmful compounds
- Always have good ventilation when using a gas stove
For further information, check Safe Food Handling - FDA.
Liz says
Mmmmm....this was THE best summer treat!!! Sweet, creamy and a little tangy. It was the perfect July treat!!!
Nora says
Thank you so much, Liz! I am glad you enjoyed it!
Adriana says
This worked exactly as written, thanks!
Nora says
Thank you!
Jacqueline. says
This sour cream ice-cream is so so good! Love it on its own as well as on top of apple crumble!
Nora says
Thank you, Jacqueline! I am glad you enjoyed it!
Jeri says
This sour cream ice cream was such a nice change from my usual ice cream! It was perfect topped with peach jam!
Nora says
Peach jam with this sour cream ice cream sounds like a perfect match! Thanks, Jeri!
Swathi says
Sourcream ice cream is delicious, I loved it, Great dessert idea.
Nora says
Thank you, Swathi!