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Ice Cream in a Bag for Kids

Published: Jul 27, 2020 · Modified: Apr 12, 2024 by Audrey · This post may contain affiliate links

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Who doesn’t love ice cream? Ice cream in a bag for kids is a great way to make your own ice cream. It is such a fun activity to do especially during the hot summer months!

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Ice cream in a bag is such a fun science experiment for preschoolers. This activity includes both an activity and free shape tracing printable (if you’re looking for it, it’s towards the bottom) for a good combination of learning, experimenting, and ice cream.

A ziplock bag opened with ice cream in it.

Not only is this a fun science experiment but the ice cream tastes good too! Personally, I think it tastes kind of like soft serve. If you want more recipes that kids can help make be sure to also check out this Cinnamon Raisin Bread in a Bag, Easy Pizza Recipe for Kids, and these Honey Peanut Butter Balls.

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  • 🍦 Why you’ll love this activity
  • 🥛 Ingredients needed
  • 🧾 Equipment needed
  • 👩🏻‍🍳 How to make this recipe
  • 💭 Tips
  • 📋 Recipe FAQs
  • Ice Cream in a Bag for Kids

🍦 Why you’ll love this activity

This ice cream in a bag is the perfect summer activity to do with kids. It is a fun science experiment and super easy to set up. You can make it with heavy cream or canned coconut milk.

🥛 Ingredients needed

The ingredients needed to make ice cream in a bag.

To make ice cream in a bag, you will need:

  • Heavy cream: Also called whipping cream. You can also use canned coconut milk (be sure to use canned coconut milk and not the milk alternative type).
  • Ice: To make the ice cream cold.
  • Kosher salt: I’ve been asked a lot if you can substitute regular salt but unfortunately you will need kosher salt for this recipe. I do not recommend subbing regular salt or your ice cream will not turn out right.
  • Vanilla extract: To give the ice cream a yummy flavor.

🧾 Equipment needed

  • A quart sized zip lock bag
  • A heavy duty freezer gallon zip lock bag
  • Oven mitts (to keep hands warm while shaking the ice cream)

👩🏻‍🍳 How to make this recipe

In the smaller bag, add the heavy cream, sugar, and vanilla.

Seal the bag and remove as much excess air as possible.

In the larger bag, add the kosher salt and ice. Add the smaller bag inside the larger bag.

Using oven mitts (to keep your hands warm), shake the bag for about 10 minutes.

Remove from the bag and serve with optional toppings if desired.

💭 Tips

  • Use oven mitts to keep little hands warm.
  • Use high quality plastic storage bags, cheaper ones may leak.

📋 Recipe FAQs

Some ice cream in a large zip lock bag.
How do I store leftover ice cream in a bag?

Store any leftovers in your freezer just like regular ice cream.

Can you use regular salt for ice cream in a bag?

No, the kosher salt helps reduce the temperature to make it ice cream.

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If you tried this Ice Cream in a Bag or any other recipe on my site, please leave a ⭐ rating and let me know how it goes in the 📝 comments below. I would love to hear from you!

ice cream in a large zip lock bag

Ice Cream in a Bag for Kids

Audrey
No ice cream maker is needed to make delicious homemade ice cream. This is not only a delicious treat but a really fun activity for kids.
5 from 5 votes
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Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Cook Time 10 minutes mins
Total Time 15 minutes mins
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 442 kcal

Equipment

  • Large gallon size ziplock bag
  • Quart size ziplock bag
  • Oven mitts (to keep hands warm)

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 3 tablespoons white sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3 cups ice
  • ⅓ cup kosher salt

Toppings (optional)

  • fresh fruit
  • sprinkles
  • chocolate syrup
  • caramel syrup

Instructions
 

  • In the smaller bag, add the heavy cream, sugar, and vanilla.
  • Seal the bag and remove as much excess air as possible.
  • In the larger bag, add the kosher salt and ice. Put the smaller bag inside the large bag and seal.
  • Using oven mitts (to keep your hands warm), shake the bag for about 10 minutes.
  • Remove from the bag and serve with optional toppings if desired.
  • If needed, freeze for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

Nutritional information is an estimate only.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 442kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 3gFat: 43gSaturated Fat: 27gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 134mgSodium: 9472mgPotassium: 117mgSugar: 13gVitamin A: 1749IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 90mgIron: 1mg
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Comments

  1. Patricia Chamberlain says

    August 07, 2020 at 10:22 am

    My daughter would love this activity! We are going to have to try it soon.

    Reply
  2. Kelly says

    August 06, 2020 at 10:49 pm

    Oh how fun! I’m looking for activities to do with my daughter and I think she’ll love this one! 🙂

    Reply
    • Tonia L. says

      July 15, 2024 at 1:53 am

      5 stars
      Thank you for the recipe it turned out perfect,was so delicious.

      Reply
  3. Marie says

    August 06, 2020 at 6:22 pm

    Great recipe! What an awesome idea! Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
  4. Holly says

    August 06, 2020 at 8:59 am

    5 stars
    I absolutely love this! I had no idea you could easily make homemade ice cream in a bag. We will absolutely be doing this in my house on the next super hot day. Thanks for sharing!! 🍦

    Reply
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