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Home » Desserts » Frozen Dessert Recipes » Fudge Swirl Ice Cream Recipe

Fudge Swirl Ice Cream Recipe

10 Comments By Jesseca on March 14, 2023

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This Fudge Swirl Ice Cream uses only four ingredients and NO machine needed! With just a few minutes of prep, and a few hours of freeze time, you’ll have a creamy and delicious no-churn dessert.

Love ice cream? Me too! Be sure to try my other super popular flavors like my Two Ingredient Vanilla Ice Cream, No-Churn Key Lime Pie Ice Cream, No-Churn Banana Pudding Ice Cream, and Fudge Pops!

horizontal image of a bowl of ice cream with a chocolate fudge swirl throughout the scoops. Two spoons and a light blue napkin laying off to the side.

This post was originally published July 9, 2012. It has since been updated to include fresh photos and helpful tips.

Recipe Features

  • No-Fail Ice Cream Recipe: You can’t mess this one up! It takes just minutes and the hardest part is waiting for the batter to freeze.
  • 4 Ingredient Dessert: You only need whipping cream, sweetened condensed milk, vanilla, and fudge sauce!
  • No Special Equipment: Because this is a no-churn ice cream recipe you won’t need an ice cream machine! You can make this with a mixer or a whisk.

We have a house full of ice cream fans. Warm summer days are never complete without a frozen sweet treat. Which means I need a solid go-to ice cream recipe to get us through the season.  This is that recipe.

You have a creamy vanilla ice cream base with a decadent chocolate swirl. It is perfection. Every bite has a little piece of fudge sauce, which makes it the best base for your favorite toppings! Maybe some sprinkles, cherries or whipped cream?

bottle of whipping cream and a can of sweetened condensed milk sitting on a light grey background with a light blue napkin sitting off to the side.

Chocolate Swirl Ice Cream Ingredients

Did I mention the best part of this recipe? You DO NOT need an ice cream maker! It also only uses 4 simple ingredients, which makes it a must this summer.

  • Heavy whipping cream: Pro tip, heavy cream and heavy whipping cream are the same thing. Either will work in this recipe.
  • Sweetened condensed milk: This gives your ice cream the perfect sweetness while also offering a structure for added mix in ingredients.
  • Vanilla extract: Consider using pure vanilla extract. Imitation vanilla will leave a slightly less appealing chemical like aftertaste.
  • Hot fudge: This is typically found in the ice cream aisle on an end cap with the other topping options.
  • OPTIONAL: Chocolate Syrup Recipe– You know, for that extra bit of chocolate goodness on top.
mixing bowl with whipped cream and sweetened condensed milk being folded together with a black spatula

How Do You Make A Swirl In Ice Cream?

  1. PREP: Add the cream to a chilled mixing bowl. Whip at medium speed until stiff peeks form. 
  2. BASE: Stir the sweetened condensed milk and vanilla extract together in a large clean bowl. Fold in the whipped cream. Transfer to a freezer safe container, or ice cream container, and set aside.
  3. SWIRL: Heat the hot fudge according to the side of the container. Drizzle the warmed fudge topping on top of the ice cream. Use a knife to gently swirl.
  4. FREEZE: Seal the container tightly and freeze until solid, five to seven hours. We like to make ours the day before we plan to enjoy to let it have plenty of time to chill.
spoon drizzling fudge over the top of vanilla ice cream

Helpful Tools

  • Mixer: You can use a hand whisk (affiliate), but this recipe is much easier if you use a hand mixer (affiliate) or a stand mixer (affiliate). PS- at the time of writing this post that stand mixer is ONLY $80!
  • Silicone Spatulas: If I can only recommend one kitchen tool, it would be a set of silicone spatulas (affiliate). These are so versatile and used daily in our kitchen. Great for baking AND cooking.
  • Ice Cream Container: You’ll have better luck keeping your ice cream fresh for longer if you use an ice cream container (affiliate). It keeps the air out and stops freezer burn from happening.
knife swirling fudge drizzle into vanilla ice cream inside a glass rectangle container

Recipe Notes:

What does no churn mean?

No churn means you do not need an ice cream maker to make this recipe. All you need is a mixing bowl, a few basic ingredients, and a freezer safe container. Churning is a process that helps to create smaller ice crystals which produces a silky and creamy ice cream. By using whipped cream and sweetened condensed milk instead of a custard base, you eliminate the need to churn.

What are the best tips for no churn ice cream?

Chill the mixing bowl you plan to whip the cream in for 20 minutes in the freezer. This will help you achieve stiff peaks quicker. 
Gently fold the whipped cream into the milk mixture. You do not want to lose the lift the cream gives the cream by over mixing. 
If you are having trouble with the fudge, heat it in the microwave for 30 seconds.

Does no-churn ice cream taste good?

Yes. No-churn ice cream meats all of the check marks of regular ice cream. It is sweet, creamy, and the flavor is spot on. The only major difference we have found is the texture. As each bite melts in your mouth it is extra smooth. Is that really a bad thing? We don’t think so. I have so many fun versions on the site. Be sure to give them all a try!

How long does no churn ice cream last?

If stored properly, this recipe will last 2 to 3 weeks in the freezer. That is, if you don’t eat it all first!

off white small bowl with three scoops of chocolate swirled ice cream sitting inside. A light blue napkin sitting off to the side.

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No-Churn Chocolate Swirl Ice Cream

Created by: Jesseca

Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Prep Time 10 minutes
Freeze time 6 hours
Total Time 4 hours 10 minutes
5 servings
No-Churn Chocolate Swirl Ice Cream. This four ingredient ice cream comes together with just a few simple ingredients; heavy whipping cream, sweetened condensed milk, vanilla extract, and hot fudge. The results are a creamy and delicious no-churn dessert.
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Ingredients
 
 

  • 2 cups heavy whipping cream
  • 1 14oz can sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 Tablespoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 cup hot fudge

Instructions

  • Add the cream to a chilled mixing bowl. Whip at medium speed until stiff peeks form.
  • Stir the sweetened condensed milk and vanilla extract together in a large clean bowl. Fold in the whipped cream. Transfer to a freezer safe container, or ice cream container, and set aside.
  • Heat the hot fudge according to the side of the container. Drizzle the warmed fudge topping on top of the ice cream. Use a knife to gently swirl.
  • Seal the container tightly and freeze until solid, five to seven hours. 

Notes

  • Chill the mixing bowl you plan to whip the cream in for 20 minutes in the freezer. This will help you achieve stiff peaks quicker. 
  • Gently fold the whipped cream into the milk mixture. You do not want to lose the lift the cream gives the cream by over mixing. 
  • If you are having trouble with the fudge, heat it in the microwave for 30 seconds.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Servings

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  1. Morena says

    July 13, 2012

    Another awesome recipe! I can’t wait to try this!

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  2. aimee says

    July 11, 2012

    how fun! i just found that original recipe & am planning to make it this week. so glad to hear it turned out well for you!

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  3. Kirsten says

    July 9, 2012

    Wow, that looks like yummy ice cream! Thank for the great recipe. My favorite ice cream is mint chocolate chip. I also love frozen yogurt!

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    • Jesseca says

      July 9, 2012

      I’m going to have to see if I can’t find a great way to make frozen yogurt! I think you just helped me with my next few posts!

      Reply
      • Krista says

        July 9, 2012

        My hubby just made the best Banana frozen yogurt yesterday! I’ll get the recipe and pass it along.

      • Jesseca says

        July 9, 2012

        Oh please do!! We love banana frozen yogurt!

      • Anna Maria says

        July 24, 2013

        Would really love to know the recipe for the Frozen Yogurt. I am a lover of frozen yogurt and love to get creative with flavors, would love if you can give me an idea or a base on whee to start for frozen yogurt ice cream =D

  4. Krista says

    July 9, 2012

    P.S. I can’t wait to make this ice cream!! Thanks!!

    Reply
  5. Taralyn @ Keep Moving Forward With Me says

    July 9, 2012

    Yummy! My five year old would have a blast making the swirls. Definitely going to try that this summer.

    My favorite ice cream is founder’s favorite at Coldstone :).

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    • Jesseca says

      July 9, 2012

      Taralyn,

      I’m totally with you on the founder’s favorite! Coldstone is a staple with my family!

      Reply

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