Description

This Mountain Dew Ice Cream recipe offers a refreshing and fizzy twist on classic no-churn ice cream. Combining the citrusy, sweet flavor of Mountain Dew soda with creamy whipped topping and sweetened condensed milk, this frozen treat is quick to prepare without the need for an ice cream maker. It’s perfect for hot days or any time you want a light, effervescent dessert with minimal effort.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

2 cups Mountain Dew soda (chilled)
2 cups heavy whipping cream (cold)
1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
1 tsp vanilla extract

Optional

1 tbsp gelatin (dissolved as per package instructions)

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Instructions

Whip the Cream: Chill your mixing bowl and beaters beforehand. Whip 2 cups of cold heavy whipping cream until you reach soft peaks. This step is key to achieving a light and fluffy ice cream texture.
Mix Condensed Milk and Flavorings: In a separate bowl, combine 1 can (14 oz) of sweetened condensed milk with 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. If you prefer a firmer texture, dissolve 1 tablespoon of gelatin as per the package instructions and blend it into this mixture now.
Incorporate Mountain Dew: Slowly pour in 2 cups of chilled Mountain Dew soda into the condensed milk mixture. Stir gently to maintain as much of the soda’s carbonation as possible, which adds a light and airy mouthfeel.
Fold in the Whipped Cream: Carefully fold the whipped cream into the Mountain Dew mixture until fully combined. Do this gently to preserve airiness and keep the mixture fluffy and smooth.
Freeze and Set: Transfer the combined mixture into a freezer-safe container. Cover tightly and freeze for at least 4 to 6 hours, or preferably overnight, until the ice cream is firm enough to scoop.

Notes

For best results, use cold ingredients and chill your mixing tools before whipping.
Adding gelatin is optional but helps achieve a firmer texture that scoops more cleanly.
Try to fold the whipped cream gently to retain the airy texture of the ice cream.
Allow the ice cream to sit at room temperature for 5 minutes before scooping if it becomes too hard.
You can experiment by adding citrus zest or small chunks of candy for extra flavor and texture.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe (approx. 1/2 cup)
Calories: 280 kcal
Sugar: 30 g
Sodium: 80 mg
Fat: 15 g
Saturated Fat: 9 g
Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 32 g
Fiber: 0 g
Protein: 3 g
Cholesterol: 55 mg