Homemade Strawberry Shortcake Ice Cream (No Churn)

An easy no-churn Strawberry Shortcake Ice Cream with the iconic flavors of a Good Humor Strawberry Shortcake Bar. A vanilla ice cream base with strawberry jello, fresh strawberries, and pound cake! Think strawberries and cream ice cream!

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Our family loves no-churn ice cream recipes: Try these Red White and Blue Ice Cream, my Rose Ice Cream, Circus Animal Ice Cream, and fan-favorite – Moose Tracks Ice Cream Recipe.

Can I use Homemade Cool Whip?

I am so glad you asked! Yes, you sure can. And to make it really easy, here is the recipe: Homemade Cool Whip.

How to Make Strawberry Shortcake Ice Cream

No ice cream maker is needed for this homemade Strawberry Ice Cream; it is easier than you think! Let’s start by lining a standard loaf pan with parchment paper. Or use an ice cream container. Use an 8-cup container or a 2-quart or larger container.

Step 1 | Make your Homemade Cool Whip

In the bowl of a stand mixer or with a hand mixer, beat one cup of the heavy whipping cream until soft peaks form; add 1-3 tablespoons of powdered sugar and a splash of vanilla. Beat the cream mixture until stiff peaks form. Then, scoop the whipped cream into a bowl and place it in the fridge until ready to use. 

Step 2 | Creamy Vanilla Ice Cream Base

Pour 2 cups of heavy cream into a large bowl or bowl of stand mixer and beat until stiff peaks form. Add in your sweetened condensed milk, vanilla, and jello mix. Mix those on high until well combined. 

Step 3 | Ice Cream Layers

Layer half your ice cream batter and half your homemade Cool Whip (or thawed Cool Whip) to the pan, alternating between the two. Use a butter knife to lightly swirl the ingredients creating that marbled look on the top of the mix. 

Add half your finely chopped strawberries to the top, then crumble a quarter of thepound cake in an even layer.

Step 4 | Finish Homemade Strawberry Ice Cream

Now, layer and use a butter knife to swirl again for the remaining batter and homemade Cool Whip and swirl with a knife. Then add another layer of the diced strawberries and pound cake crumble mixture. 

Place the container in the freezer overnight for best results. Cover tightly with plastic wrap to avoid freezer burn. 

You can serve it up in ice cream cones or bowls, whatever your preference! 

Topping Ideas Strawberries and Cream Ice Cream

• Top your bowl with Vanilla Sauce, more Homemade Whipped Cream, Old Fashioned Hot Fudge Sauce, no cook strawberry syrup and more.
• Add some semi-sweet chocolate chips or white chocolate chips.
• Sprinkle on this sweet strawberry crunch topping for a Good Humor taste!

Variations

• Place your ice cream in popsicle molds and insert a popsicle stick for a handheld ice cream treat anytime. Try rolling in this amazing strawberry crunch recipe to mimic America’s favorite strawberry shortcake bar! 
• Omit the strawberry jello if desired and replace it with a quick homemade strawberry sauce or crush freeze-dried strawberries in a blender.

How can I make a strawberry shortcake ice cream cake

This is the best part! This ice cream can easily be transformed into an amazing strawberry ice cream cake! Great for a special occasion, like Easter, Mother’s day, or making it through Monday! 😉

Make a Golden Oreo crust, pressing the crust into the bottom of a springform pan. Follow the above instructions to make the homemade strawberry shortcake ice cream, layering over the top of the cookie crust. You do not need to swirl, but if you do, be careful not to hit the cookie crust. 

Cover and freeze for one hour, then make this easy strawberry crumble topping and press it into the top of the ice cream cake, resembling the crumb coating on Strawberry Shortcake Bars. Freeze overnight for best results.

To serve, remove from freezer for 10-15 minutes, slide a knife around the edges, then release from springform pan and use a sharp knife dipped in warm water and dried, slice your cake and serve to happy mouths!

Substitutions

• Use shortcakes, vanilla cake, your favorite pound cake or butter pound cake, vanilla wafers, Golden Oreos, or shortbread cookies.
• No jello? Crush freeze-dried strawberries in a food processor or replace them with strawberry compote.
• Not a fan of strawberry chunks in your creamy ice cream but love strawberry flavor? You can blend the frozen berries into strawberry puree.
• Raspberry Ice Cream | Use raspberry Jello, raspberry jam, or preserves, or roughly chopped raspberries.
• Chocolate Strawberry Shortcake Ice Cream | Make my amazing chocolate shortcake and use that in place of pound cake. If you want a chocolate ice cream base, try this machine-churned easy chocolate ice cream recipe.

Storage Tips

Store your ice cream covered with plastic wrap or use an airtight container. Store in freezer for up to 4 weeks for the best texture. Press a piece of plastic wrap, wax paper or parchment paper onto the surface to help avoid freezer burn.

Best Strawberry Drinks to Serve with Shortcake Ice Cream

Try this easy Strawberry Drink, this Strawberry Gin Cocktail or this pink lemonade cocktail.

More Homemade Ice Cream Recipes

• Ferrero Rocher Ice Cream
• Brownie Ice Cream
• Old-Fashioned Vanilla Ice Cream
• Chocolate Ice Cream Recipe no eggs

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