Print
clock clock iconcutlery cutlery iconflag flag iconfolder folder iconinstagram instagram iconpinterest pinterest iconfacebook facebook iconprint print iconsquares squares iconheart heart iconheart solid heart solid icon

Mason Jar Ice Cream


  • Author: Marina Savoy
  • Total Time: 4 hours 10 minutes (includes freeze time)
  • Yield: 2 servings per jar 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This fun, no-churn mason jar ice cream is ultra-creamy and easy to make at home using just a few ingredients. Choose from vanilla, chocolate, or strawberry!


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream

  • 1 tbsp granulated sugar

  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

  • Pinch of salt

  • For Chocolate: 2 tsp unsweetened cocoa powder

  • For Strawberry: 1 tbsp strawberry jam + optional red food coloring


Instructions

  • Add base ingredients (cream, sugar, vanilla, salt) to an 8 oz mason jar.

  • Customize: Add cocoa for chocolate, or jam + coloring for strawberry.

  • Shake jar for 4–5 minutes until thickened.

  • Freeze for at least 4 hours or overnight.

  • Let soften for 5–10 mins before serving.

Notes

  • Use full-fat cream for best texture.
  • Mix in chips, cookie crumbs, or swirls after shaking.
  • Don’t overfill—leave space for expansion during freezing.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-churn, freezing
  • Cuisine: American