No-Churn Strawberry Cheesecake Ice Cream – Delicious and Easy to Make!

Making your own ice cream is easier than you might think, and it can be a lot of fun to do with friends or family. And this no-churn Strawberry Cheesecake Ice Cream is no exception.

This ice cream is delicious and easy to make – all you need is a few simple ingredients and a bit of patience while it freezes.

Give this recipe a try and you'll see just how perfect the combination of the sweet taste of strawberry and cheesecake in ice cream really is!

No-Churn Strawberry Cheesecake Ice Cream – Delicious and Easy to Make!

Why is this strawberry cheesecake ice cream so good?

It all starts with the rich, creamy base. We use a combination of heavy cream and condensed milk to create a smooth and velvety texture that's perfect for scooping.

Then, we add in plenty of fresh strawberries and a touch of cheesecake flavoring to give it that classic taste. The result is an ice cream that's both delicious and easy to make!

What's the best way to enjoy this ice cream?

Serve it up in a cone or bowl and grab a spoon to dig in. If you're feeling adventurous, you can also top it with chopped nuts, chocolate chips, or anything else you like. It's your ice cream, so go to town with it!

What Makes This "Cheesecake" Ice Cream?

The key to this recipe is the use of cream cheese. This gives the ice cream a smooth and creamy texture, as well as a slight tang that is reminiscent of cheesecake.

The other important ingredient is, of course, strawberries. I like to use fresh strawberries in this recipe, but you can also use frozen ones if they are out of season.

Additionally, there's a little fun bit of texture to the ice cream that typically comes in a cheesecake - graham cracker crumbs! This is just an addition that makes sense to me since we're taking a strawberry cheesecake and making it into ice cream!

What Goes into Making Strawberry Cheesecake Ice Cream?

• 3 cups cold heavy cream
• 1 ⅓ cups sweetened condensed milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup crushed graham crackers
• 1 cup fresh strawberries               
• 2 tablespoon strawberry jello           
• ½ cup cream cheese

Kitchen Tools Needed

This is such a fantastically easy recipe, but just in case you're not super familiar with what you might need to make this no-churn ice cream recipe, here's some links to tools I typically use:

• Mixing bowls
• Blender or food processor
• Silicone spatula
• Bowl or container with lid

How to Make Strawberry Cheesecake Ice Cream

Cut the strawberries into small pieces. Set aside.

In a medium bowl, whisk the cold heavy cream until fluffy and stiff peaks form. Set aside.

In another bowl combine the cream cheese, sweetened condensed milk and vanilla, using an electric mixer.

Add in the fluffy whipped cream and mix well to combine.

Fold in half of the strawberry pieces and half of the crumbled graham cracker.

Pour ⅓ of the ice cream mixture into your favorite dish.

Over the top of the ice cream in your dish, add half of the strawberry jello and swirl with a skewer stick.

Add some graham cracker crumbs and strawberry pieces. 

Layer on another ⅓ of the ice cream mixture into the dish, followed by half of the strawberry jello, swirled, some additional graham cracker crumbs and strawberry pieces.

Finally, add the remaining ⅓ of the ice cream mixture into the dish, topping with the last of your graham cracker crumbs and strawberry pieces.

Freeze until firm, at least 4 hours or overnight.

Serve with fresh strawberries.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is This a "Nice" Cream Recipe?

No, this Strawberry Cheesecake Ice Cream is not a "nice" cream recipe. "Nice" cream usually refers to vegan ice cream, made without any animal products.

This recipe, however, calls for heavy cream, condensed milk and cream cheese. All of which are dairy-products.

However, you can always substitute a non-dairy version of each of these to make this a nice cream!

Can You Make This Ice Cream Gluten-Free?

Yes, this Strawberry Cheesecake Ice Cream can be made gluten-free. Simply substitute the graham crackers for a gluten-free version, such as Pamela's or Shar Gluten-Free graham crackers.

Tips for Storing No-Churn Ice Cream

No-churn ice cream can be a little bit more finicky than store-bought ice cream, so it's important to follow a few storage tips.

First, make sure to cover the surface of the ice cream with plastic wrap or parchment paper. This will prevent ice crystals from forming on top.

Second, store the ice cream in the coldest part of your freezer, and try to eat it within a week or two for best results.

With these tips in mind, you'll be able to enjoy your Strawberry Cheesecake Ice Cream for weeks to come!

Looking for More No-Bake Desserts?

If you love the idea of a no-bake dessert so your kitchen doesn't heat up unnecessarily, join the club! We will be adding more delicious ideas here soon, but for now, check out these favorites that are often on our dessert menu. Make sure you bookmark the recipes or print them out so you will have them on hand when you need an easy treat!

• No-Bake Oreo Cheesecake Recipe
• Vegan Energy Bites Recipe
• No-Bake Chocolate Oreo Lasagna Recipe