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Ice Cream Roll

Helen T. Patterson
This Ice Cream Roll Recipe is a fun, creative twist on traditional ice cream.
It’s made by pouring a creamy base onto a cold surface, freezing it, and then scraping the ice cream into beautiful rolled-up curls.
The recipe can be customized with different flavors and toppings, making it perfect for any occasion.
Enjoy your homemade ice cream rolls with your favorite mix-ins and toppings!
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)
Calories: 280–320 kcal, Total Fat: 18g, Saturated Fat: 11g, Cholesterol: 65mg, Sodium: 90mg, Total Carbohydrates: 28g, Sugars: 25g, Protein: 4g, Calcium: 15% of Daily Value, Vitamin A: 10% of Daily Value
Estimated based on one serving (assuming 4 servings per batch)
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American, Thai
Servings 4 servings
Calories 250 kcal

Equipment

  • Baking Sheet or Cold Metal Pan: 1 large
  • Spatula or Paint Scraper: 1
  • Mixing Bowl – 1
  • Whisk (1)
  • Freezer: 1 (for chilling the pan and freezing the mixture)

Ingredients
  

  • Heavy Cream: 1 cup 240 ml
  • Sweetened Condensed Milk: ½ cup 120 ml
  • Sugar optional: 2 tbsp (25 g)
  • Vanilla Extract: 1 tsp 5 ml
  • Optional Flavorings such as cocoa powder, fruit puree, matcha, or crushed cookies: 1-2 tbsp (10-30 g)
  • Mix-ins & Toppings e.g., crushed cookies, fruit, syrup, nuts, etc.: as desired

Instructions
 

Prepare the Ice Cream Base

  • In a mixing bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, sweetened condensed milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. If you’re adding flavorings (like cocoa powder, fruit puree, or matcha), incorporate them at this stage. Add sugar to sweeten if desired.

Chill Your Surface

  • Place your baking sheet or cold metal pan in the freezer for at least 30 minutes before beginning the rolling process.
    This will help the base freeze quickly.

Pour and Spread the Base

  • Once the surface is cold, pour the ice cream mixture onto the pan and use a spatula to spread it into a thin, even layer.
    The thinner the base, the better it will roll.

Freeze the Base

  • Return the pan to the freezer and let it freeze for 4-5 hours, or until the ice cream is firm and solid.

Roll the Ice Cream

  • After the base is frozen, use a spatula or paint scraper to gently scrape the ice cream into rolls.
    Start at one end of the sheet and work your way to the other end, scraping the frozen mixture into tight rolls.

Serve

  • Place the rolls into a serving cup, arranging them neatly.
    Top with your favorite toppings like fruit, nuts, crushed cookies, or syrup.
    Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

  • Flavor Customization: You can customize the base with various flavorings like chocolate, vanilla, strawberry, or even matcha. Add mix-ins like crushed Oreos, cookies, or fresh fruit to elevate the flavor.
  • Freezing Time: Ensure you give the mixture ample time to freeze. If it's too soft when scraping, it won't form rolls properly.
  • Toppings: Don't be afraid to get creative with your toppings! Add things like chocolate syrup, fruit, candy bits, nuts, or even whipped cream.
  • Vegan/Dairy-Free Option: For a dairy-free version, swap the heavy cream and condensed milk with coconut cream and coconut milk, and make sure to use non-dairy mix-ins and toppings.
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