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Coolish vanilla ice cream scoops in a white bowl with vanilla bean, surrounded by milk, syrup, and a wooden spoon.

Coolish Ice Cream Recipe

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Make summer sweeter with this homemade Coolish Ice Cream Recipe—a creamy, squeezable Japanese frozen treat you can whip up in minutes with no ice cream maker needed.Customizable, kid-friendly, and perfect for on-the-go cravings, this no-churn dessert is a fun twist on soft serve. Try it today and bring a taste of Japan to your freezer!

👉 Ready to squeeze the chill? Freeze your first batch now and share your flavor creations!

  • Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 pounches

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup heavy cream (cold)
  • ½ cup whole milk
  • ⅓ cup sweetened condensed milk
  • 2 tablespoons corn syrup
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt
  • Optional: matcha, cocoa, or fruit puree for flavor variations

Instructions

  1. Chill mixing tools: Place your mixing bowl and beaters in the freezer for 10–15 minutes before starting.
  2. Whip the cream: Beat heavy cream until soft peaks form using a hand or stand mixer.
  3. Mix remaining ingredients: Fold in whole milk, condensed milk, corn syrup, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until smooth.
  4. Add flavor (optional): Stir in cocoa powder, matcha, or fruit puree depending on your variation.
  5. Transfer to containers: Pour mixture into reusable squeeze pouches, freezer bags, or silicone molds.
  6. Freeze: Lay flat and freeze for at least 6 hours, or overnight for best results.
  7. Serve: Before serving, knead pouch gently for 30 seconds, then open and squeeze to enjoy.

Notes

Nutrient Amount
Calories 180 kcal
Fat 12g
Saturated Fat 8g
Carbohydrates 16g
Sugars 14g
Protein 3g
Fiber <1g
Sodium 55mg
Cholesterol 45mg
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Cuisine: Japanese