Dairy Queen Soft Serve
Recreate the iconic creaminess of Dairy Queen's soft serve ice cream at home with this simple recipe. By combining basic ingredients like gelatin, whole milk, sugar, vanilla, and cream, you can whip up a nostalgic treat that captures the essence of this beloved dessert. Perfect for a warm day or whenever you crave a silky, smooth ice cream, this homemade version lets you swirl up your own cones filled with Dairy Queen-inspired soft serve, complete with that distinct soft texture and rich vanilla flavor.
Ingredients
- 2 envelopes gelatin
- ½ cup cold water
- 4 cups whole milk
- 2 cups sugar
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ tsp salt
- 3 cups cream
Instructions
- Start by softening gelatin in cold water.
- Heat the milk just until it begins to simmer, then cool slightly.
- Combine the gelatin, sugar, vanilla, and salt with the warm milk, stirring until fully dissolved.
- Cool the mixture completely before mixing in the cream.
- Refrigerate the mixture overnight to enhance the flavors.
- Churn the mixture in an ice cream maker until it reaches the soft serve consistency, typically within 15-25 minutes.
- For that authentic Dairy Queen look, transfer the soft serve into a piping bag and swirl it into cones or cups.
Nutrition
Calories: 290kcalCarbohydrates: 29gProtein: 3gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 67mgSodium: 117mgPotassium: 114mgSugar: 28gVitamin A: 755IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 98mgIron: 1mg
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