13 easy ice cream recipes guaranteed to beat the heat

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Are you melting in this ridiculous heat? Don’t make a run to the grocery store or turn on your oven. Instead, skip the freezer aisle and whip up some cool treats instead. We have 13 easy ice cream recipes that everyone will love, with flavors that are anything but boring.

Chai Ice Cream on a silver plate.
Chai Ice Cream. Photo credit: Easy Homemade Life.

Avocado Ice Cream

Avocado ice cream on a plate.
Avocado Ice Cream. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Don’t let the avocado scare you off! This ice cream is super smooth and creamy, and you can’t even taste the avocado. It’s a healthy frozen treat that’s perfect for a hot day.
Get the Recipe: Avocado Ice Cream

Greek Yogurt Popsicles

Image shows a hand holding a Greek yogurt popsicle against a plain background.
Greek Yogurt Popsicles. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

These Greek yogurt popsicles are a healthy and refreshing frozen treat. They’re made with creamy Greek yogurt and mixed with your favorite fruit jams for a tasty combo of tart and sweet.
Get the Recipe: Greek Yogurt Popsicles

No-Churn Cherry Chocolate Chip Ice Cream

Cherry Chip ice cream in a cone with drips.
No-Churn Cherry Chocolate Chip Ice Cream. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

No fancy machine needed for this easy cherry chocolate chip ice cream! This homemade ice cream is loaded with chunks of chocolate and cherries in every bite.
Get the Recipe: No-Churn Cherry Chocolate Chip Ice Cream

Peach Coconut Milk Ice Cream

Image shows scoops of Peach Coconut Milk Ice Cream in a white bowl with blueberries.
Peach Coconut Milk Ice Cream. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

This creamy peach coconut milk ice cream tastes like a tropical vacation. It’s a delicious blend of ripe peaches and creamy coconut milk, perfect for cooling down on a hot day.
Get the Recipe: Peach Coconut Milk Ice Cream

Cookie Dough Frozen Custard

Cookie dough frozen custard on a cone with drips.
Cookie Dough Frozen Custard. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Skip the store-bought stuff and make this easy cookie dough ice cream. It’s richer and tastes way better, with yummy cookie dough pieces in every bite.
Get the Recipe: Cookie Dough Frozen Custard

Salted Caramel Ice Cream

Bowl of salted caramel ice cream with chopped candy on it.
Salted Caramel Ice Cream. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Make your own salted caramel ice cream for a delicious and refreshing treat. This homemade ice cream has the perfect balance of sweet and salty flavors.
Get the Recipe: Salted Caramel Ice Cream

Homemade Waffle Cones

Just made Homemade Waffle cone on the roller.
Homemade Waffle Cones. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Take your homemade ice cream to the next level with these easy waffle cones. You can ditch the store-bought cones and make your own delicious cones that are the perfect size and shape for your favorite ice cream flavors.
Get the Recipe: Homemade Waffle Cones

Banana Ice Cream Sandwiches

Image shows Banana ice cream sandwiches with strawberries and blueberries on a wooden board.
Banana Ice Cream Sandwiches. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Here’s a healthier take on ice cream sandwiches! Frozen banana ice cream sandwiches are made with frozen bananas instead of ice cream. They’re sandwiched between graham crackers for a cool and satisfying treat.
Get the Recipe: Banana Ice Cream Sandwiches

Homemade Magic Shell

Image shows A waffle cone bowl containing vanilla ice cream topped with magic shell and two cherries.
Homemade Magic Shell. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Make your own magic shell for a fun and easy topping for your ice cream sundaes. This homemade shell hardens in the freezer and adds a delicious crunch to your favorite ice cream flavors.
Get the Recipe: Homemade Magic Shell

Mango Ice Cream

Close up of homemade mango ice cream in a gluten-free cone being held between fingers.
Mango Ice Cream. Photo credit: Fitasamamabear.

This mango ice cream is so easy, it only needs two ingredients! This summertime treat is the perfect way to cool down.
Get the Recipe: Mango Ice Cream

Chai Ice Cream

Chai Ice Cream on a silver plate.
Chai Ice Cream. Photo credit: Easy Homemade Life.

Love spicy chai tea? You’ll love this Chai Ice Cream recipe that’s perfect after a big meal. With just 20 minutes of work, the hardest part is waiting for it to chill.
Get the Recipe: Chai Ice Cream

Blueberry Ice Cream

An overhead shot of homemade blueberry ice cream in a metal loaf pan next to waffle bowls, spoons, and a cream colored napkin.
Blueberry Ice Cream. Photo credit: Renee Nicole’s Kitchen.

This homemade blueberry ice cream is bursting with fresh blueberries. It’s made without eggs and tastes like summer in a bowl.
Get the Recipe: Blueberry Ice Cream

Raspberry Cheesecake Ice Cream

Raspberry Cheesecake Ice Cream with fresh raspberries on top in a glass jar with a spoon.
Raspberry Cheesecake Ice Cream. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

Raspberry Cheesecake Ice Cream is a delicious dessert that’s rich and flavorful. It’s the perfect treat on a hot summer day. Enjoy it in a cone or in a bowl as a sundae.
Get the Recipe: Raspberry Cheesecake Ice Cream

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