#### Ingredients
* 2 cups heavy cream (cold)
* 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
* 1 tsp vanilla extract
* A pinch of salt
#### How to Make It
1. **Whip the Cream:** Using a hand mixer or stand mixer, beat the heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
2. **Mix the Base:** In a separate bowl, stir together the sweetened condensed milk, vanilla extract, and salt.
3. **Combine Gently:** Fold the whipped cream into the sweetened condensed milk mixture carefully to keep it light and airy.
4. **Freeze:** Pour the mixture into a freezer-safe container, cover it, and freeze for at least 6 hours or overnight.
5. **Serve:** Scoop out creamy, dreamy homemade ice cream and enjoy!
#### Tips & Variations
* **Add mix-ins:** Fold in chocolate chips, crushed cookies, chopped nuts, or fresh fruit before freezing.
* **Flavor twists:** Swap the vanilla extract for almond, mint, or coffee extract for different flavors.
* **Make it dairy-free:** Use coconut cream and a sweetened dairy-free condensed milk alternative.
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### Why Make Homemade Ice Cream?
Homemade ice cream is not only tastier and more natural than store-bought, but it also lets you control the ingredients and customize flavors endlessly. This 4-ingredient recipe proves you don’t need complicated tools or recipes to create a perfect frozen dessert.
So next time you want a cold, creamy treat, try this easy ice cream recipe — your freezer (and your taste buds) will thank you!
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